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Agbeji Masquerade: The Unique Female Masquerade of Enugu-Ezike

Agbeji Masquerade | Capital Power 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…

ByIdenze EzemeFebruary 26, 20250Comments

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Omabe Nsukka: The Spirit, Tradition, and Heritage of the Igbo Masquerade Festival

Under the waist, there are cloths or plant fibers stuffed to make it stick out, and canvas shoes are worn on the feet. The masquerade moves slowly, exchanging pleasantries with the audience. Known for humor rather than aggression, it entertains through jokes rather than by flogging. Mgbedike masquerade displaying during Omabe festival at Imufu, Igbo-Eze…

ByIdenze EzemeOctober 26, 20240Comments

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