Nigerian Culture

Nigerian Culture
January 26, 2017 MAWKE

Person

Teddy Oscar und the Igbo Cultural Organisation Mannheim e.V.

Cultural Heritage

The Mask Dance and the Kola Nut Ritual

Description

The Kola nut is a symbol of connection. We Igbos in Nigeria use it in ceremonies to greet guests. Before every Kola Nut Ritual the nut is cleaned and shared with all the people present. The mask dance is for selected men and calls upon the spirits to participate in the gathering.

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