Today marks day 137 in counting down to the 44th Annual International Scientific Conference of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), tagged "IFEADIGO 2025", which will take place from July 22 to 27, 2025, at the International Conference Center in Awka, Anambra. IFEADIGO, meaning "light has come," emphasizes the impact of innovation in enhancing healthcare practices. This year’s theme, "Technology Integration and Personalized Care: The Future of Community Pharmacy Practice," aims to equip attendees with vital knowledge and tools to improve healthcare delivery through technology.

Did you know that the New Yam Festival in Anambra, celebrated by the Igbo people, is a traditional ceremony marking the beginning of the new yam harvest? This vibrant festival is a celebration of life, accomplishments in the community, culture and well-being, it also serves as a time to give thanks for a bountiful harvest and reconnect with cultural roots. It is considered a significant celebration of the importance of yam in Igbo social and cultural life.

Essentially, the New Yam Festival signifies the end of the harvest season and the start of a new agricultural cycle. It is filled with rituals and festivities centered around the consumption of the new yam harvest, showcasing traditional music, dance, and attire that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people.

As we approach "IFEADIGO 2025", let us honor and celebrate the customs and traditions that enrich Anambra’s identity, reinforcing its status as a torchbearer of cultural pride and community spirit.