‘Kayode Adegbola captures the energy and enthusiasm of these traditional musicians from SW Nigeria.
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Yoruba musician playing the ‘shekere’
Yoruba musician playing the talking drum
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Each year, the Emir of the Borgu Kingdom hosts a celebration to mark the end of the month-long Muslim fasting period. Bukkie Opebiyi, shares some images from her 2005 visit. The Borgu Kingdom is in Niger State, North Central Nigeria. It is also home to the hydroelectric power plant, Kainji Dam.
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Ornately dressed horses prepared for racing
The Emir’s guards stand out in their ceremonial red and whips
Traditional trumpeters pay homage to the Lady-in-Waiting (in green)
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