Rey' Ibreadi Nana

"Rey' Ibreadi Nana" is a vibrant Urhobo offertory hymn that captures the heart of the Eucharistic presentation. Composed by Rowrick Enebeli with words by Cath. Sievwore Sylvester, the song invites the congregation to bring forward their gifts of bread and wine ("Ibreadi v'udi"), recognizing that these humble offerings will become the body and blood of Jesus Christ. Interestingly, this particular arrangement was marked on the score as an entry for a 2008 film festival by the Delta State University choir in Abraka, showing how widely the piece has been shared and sung.

In the choir loft, this piece is a joy to sing during the preparation of the gifts. The melody is rhythmic and engaging, moving with a steady, processional energy that encourages the whole church to participate in the offering. The score features a distinct second refrain meant to be sung after the final verse, building a sense of culmination as the gifts are finally placed upon the altar. It is a wonderful choice for Mass, grounding the solemnity of the sacrifice in the musical expression of the Urhobo people.