for the Period Ended 31 January 2026
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| Community Interest Report |
Directors' report period ended
The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 January 2026
Principal activities of the company
Directors
The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
16 January 2025
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31 January 2026
The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006
This report was approved by the board of directors on
And signed on behalf of the board by:
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Status: Director
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The notes form part of these financial statements
This report was approved by the board of directors on
and signed on behalf of the board by:
Name:
Status: Director
The notes form part of these financial statements
for the Period Ended 31 January 2026
Basis of measurement and preparation
Turnover policy
Other accounting policies
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During the financial year ended 31 January 2026, Manchester Igbo Iriji Festival CIC organised and delivered the 2025 Igbo New Yam (Iriji) Festival in Manchester, celebrating Igbo cultural heritage and promoting cultural understanding, education and community cohesion. The festival featured traditional music, dance, food, poetry, recitations and the ceremonial cutting of the new yam, providing opportunities for people to experience and learn about Igbo customs, traditions and values. The company’s activities benefited the community by preserving and promoting Igbo cultural heritage, strengthening connections among families and community members, and creating opportunities for younger generations to learn about their cultural identity. The festival also encouraged intergenerational participation, bringing together older and younger members of the community to share knowledge, experiences and traditions. The event promoted social inclusion and cultural exchange by providing an opportunity for people from different backgrounds to engage with Igbo culture, fostering mutual understanding, respect and stronger relationships within Manchester’s diverse communities. Through these activities, the company contributed to cultural education, community participation, heritage preservation and social cohesion, in furtherance of its community interest objectives.
During the financial year ended 31 January 2026, Manchester Igbo Iriji Festival CIC consulted with its members and other relevant stakeholders through regular monthly meetings. These meetings provided opportunities for stakeholders to discuss the company’s activities, contribute ideas, offer feedback and participate in planning the 2025 Igbo New Yam (Iriji) Festival. Consultation focused on festival arrangements, cultural activities, community participation, heritage preservation and ways to ensure that the company’s activities continued to benefit the community. The views and suggestions shared during these meetings informed discussions, planning and decisions relating to the festival and the company’s wider community interest objectives. This ongoing engagement helped the company remain responsive to the interests and needs of the community it serves.
No remuneration was received
No transfer of assets other than for full consideration
This report was approved by the board of directors on
15 October 2026
And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Chibuzo Uchendu
Status: Director