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Ojeh & Arishi Festival of Aboh Kingdom: A Celebration of Igbo Culture

The Ojeh & Arishi Festival in Aboh Kingdom is more than a festival. It is a time when the people of Aboh come together to honour their ancestors, celebrate their traditions, and strengthen their community. The festival happens every year in one quarter out of the community’s five quarters.  Aboh is home to the Ndokwa…

Place Aboh

Agbeji Masquerade: The Unique Female Masquerade of Enugu-Ezike

The Agbeji Masquerade is a very special masquerade from the Enugu-Ezike community in Enugu State, Nigeria. It is unique because it is one of the few female masquerades in Igbo culture. Most Igbo masquerades are male and represent spirits, ancestors, or warriors. However, Agbeji is different. It is feminine, dances gracefully, and is known for…

Place Enugu-Ezike