Ekpere Maka Ndi Nwuru Anwu

"Ekpere Maka Ndi Nwuru Anwu" is a deeply moving Igbo choral piece composed by Obioha Ogbonna. Meaning "Prayer for the Dead," this song is a solemn and heartfelt petition to God for the souls of the faithful departed. Choirs will find it especially fitting for funeral Masses, All Souls' Day, or any memorial service where the congregation gathers to remember those who have passed on.

The arrangement opens with a gentle, mourning plea—"Ah Chukwu mee, Ah Chineke"—setting a reflective tone before asking God to remember the souls of the departed. The interplay between the voice parts creates a comforting atmosphere, particularly when the lower voices take up the melody to sing of God's mercy ("Site n'ebere nke Chukwu"), leading into a peaceful final prayer for them to rest in peace ("ka ha zuru ike na ndokwa"). It is a comforting piece that offers solace to grieving families and reminds the church of our enduring connection to those who have gone before us.