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Nigeria,
West Africa: Several communities in African countries use
the end of the calendar year as a time of annual reunion. During the
recent end of year and beginning of year celebrations, several
communities in southeastern Nigeria celebrated their annual outing of
masquerades and other cultural dances for the public. Below are just a
few exclusive pictures of such outings. Pictures by our Nigerian
Correspondent.
Masquerade
Celebration:
A
masquerade entertains the public
A
performer entertains motorists
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CENTER
OF ATTRACTION: A masquerade in the middle of town
CENTER
OF ATTENTION: A masquerade gets the attention of all including
Motorbike transporters (Okada men) supposed to be on duty.
HOW
IT HAPPENS:
People
gather from far and wide including other states and other parts of the
world. A sort of carnival and a gathering of merrymaking and display of
all sorts of cultural masquerade and related dances. A great opportunity
for interaction and meeting of old and new friends. The event kicks off
around noon and lasts into the night. - Duke Ukaeje (correspondent) reporting from
Nigeria
CELEBRATION:
People interact and celebrate. A sort of cultural carnival and great
opportunity for interaction and meeting of old and new friends.
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