Photographed by G. I. Jones, 1930s. The "Ogaranya masquerade" in Igboland symbolises wealth, power, and prestige, often associated with the aristocratic class in traditional Igbo society. "Ogaranya" itself translates to "wealthy person" or "noble" in the Igbo language. This masquerade is not just a form of entertainment. Still, it serves as a cultural expression of status…