Isiagu
The Isiagu ⓘ (Leopard head in English), also called Chieftaincy,[1] is a highly prestigious attire that is worn by the Igbo people which signifies power, authority, and pride. It holds a significant cultural and symbolic value for the Igbo people. It is usually worn on special occasions like weddings and coronation ceremonies.[2][3][4] The shirt may be long or short sleeved. Some shirts have gold buttons that are linked by a chain. There is usually a breast pocket on the front. Traditionally, the Isiagu was given to a man when he received a chieftaincy title. The shirt is usually worn with a red hat called Okpu Ozo or the Igbo leopard cap. The leopard cap is known as Okpu Agu in the Igbo language.[5]
Gallery
[edit]- Isiagu attire
See also
[edit]- Akupe (handfan)
- Okpu Ozo (red cap)
- Okpu Agu (leopard red cap)
- Igbo regalia and headdresses
- Igbo people
References
[edit]- ↑ "Isi Agu: Bestows pride, authority". tzdlxs.com. December 2019. Retrieved 2023-11-22.
- ↑ Daily, Times. "President Buhari Looking Cute on Isiagu". Daily Times. Lagos, Nigeria.
- ↑ Okeke-Korieocha, Ifeoma (2023-07-17). "Why 'Isiagu' styles are becoming norm at Igbo weddings". BusinessDay. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-11-22.
- ↑ "Isiagu, the traditional attire that identifies the Nigerian Igbo community". GhanaWeb. 2023-04-12. Retrieved 2023-11-22.
- ↑ "TRADITIONAL HATS OF IGBO TRIBE (MALE) AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE | Boombuzz".
External links
[edit]- A chieftaincy celebration
- What is Igbo attire?
- African Hats Archived 2015-07-15 at the Wayback Machine