Ontology of Enyohu Artefact in Ebira Women Folk Performances in Central Nigeria
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2012
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The significant use of artefacts as props in traditional performances is
a common practice in places where oral culture thrives. It is an integral
Part of indigenous African theatrical performances that conveys the
symbolic account of a peoples' past and certain traditional values for
which a given performance is constantly re-enacted and transmitted
from generation to generation. Therefore, this research explores the
existence and significant use of “Enyohu" artefact as a symbol of
womanhood and virtues and as a component of performance among
Ebira women folks. Hence, I appraise the symbolic place and
application of "Enyohu" artefact as a symbol and prop in revitalizing
Ebira cultural identity and virtues of chastity, modesty, poise / dignity,
industry and resourcefulness among the women folk
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Ontology, Enyohu artefact, Ebira women, Folk performances