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Voices | Bukkie Opebiyi

February 1, 2010 by The 419Positive Project

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.

(Note: Images are owned by the photographer. Please, do not copy)

Borgu horserider

Ornately dressed horses prepared for racing

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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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