Ekpere Nilem N'ekpe

"Ekpere Nilem N'ekpe" is a heartfelt Igbo supplication often sung during the Prayer of the Faithful. The words evoke a deep sense of longing, asking the Father to listen and let the people's prayers touch His heart. In the choir loft, this piece serves as a gentle, earnest intercession, carrying the congregation's intentions to the altar after the homily.

The melody is simple and moving, shifting from a collective petition to a direct cry for the Father's attention ("O biko Nna, gee ntị"). Following the composer's notes on the score, the choir repeats the piece with a slight change in the lyrics, focusing on the tears and cries of the faithful ("Akwa nile m n'ebe"). It is a comforting and grounded choice for moments of communal petition during Mass.