The Ufuma people of Anambra, Nigeria are known for their Egwu Otute Uvume festival, which includes masquerades, wrestling, and dancing. The festival celebrates the new yam harvest and the discovery of yam as an edible food.
Explanation
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Egwu Otute UvumeThis 32-day festival celebrates the new yam harvest and the discovery of yam as an edible food.
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MasqueradesMasquerades perform during the festival, including the Ijele masquerade, which is considered the King of all Masquerades.
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WrestlingWrestling bouts are held during the festival.
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DancingDances are performed during the festival, including the Igba-eze, or Akunechenyi, which is the royal dance of kings.
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Chieftaincy titlesChieftaincy titles are conferred on deserving individuals during the festival.
