5 most popular masquerades from across the various Nigerian tribes

Even if you do not know their names, you must have heard about them or seen them at certain ceremonies.

Masquerades are very important figures in Nigerian festivities. These are the 5 most popular masquerades from across the various Nigerian tribes.

Many cultures believe that they represent the ancestors while some believe they are gods. Whatever the case, they are believed to be mystical and hold related powers, hence should be respected.

Some masquerades are so revered that they hardly come out, only at very important events, such as the funeral of a king or great person, special religious festivities, etc. The more revered a masquerade is, the slimmer the chances are of seeing.

These 5 masquerades are the most popular in Nigeria, even if you do not know their names, you must have heard about them or seen them at certain ceremonies.

1. Ijele

Towering at about 12 to 15 ft, the Ijele masquerade is the ...
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Those. masquarades in the last pics are not supposed to be called masquarades

Allison012:
Those. masquarades in the last pics are not supposed to be called masquarades

cultural dancers I guess