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Igede Traditional Attire: A Distinct Identity, Expression Of Culture

by Adejumoke Adeeso and Agency Report
1 year ago
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TheW are one of the tribe located primarily in Benue State in the North Central of Nigeria. They people occupy the basins of the minority in Benue State.

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In the heart of Nigeria’s Benue State lies the resurgent Igede nation, a proud community whose rich heritage is experiencing a remarkable renaissance. Comprising a vibrant and resilient people, Igede  is witnessing a renewed focus on cultural preservation. With their distinctive language, traditions, and aspirations, the Igede people are carving a path towards a promising future while proudly embracing their past.

The Igede people trace their roots to ancient times, with historical evidence suggesting that their ancestors settled in the fertile plains of Benue State over 400 years ago.

With an unwavering commitment to their cultural heritage, the Igede have preserved their unique customs, dances, music, and traditional attire. Through these expressions, they tell the story of their journey, their triumphs, and the challenges they have overcome.

In recent years, the Igede people have embarked on a concerted effort to revive and celebrate their cultural practices. Festivals such as the Igede Agba (New Yam Festival) and the Igede Ekile (Masquerade Festival) have experienced resurgence, attracting both locals and visitors alike.

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These vibrant events showcase the Igede’s deep-rooted traditions and serve as a platform for cultural exchange, fostering unity and pride within the community.

The Igede language, a distinct dialect within the Idoma subgroup of the Niger-Congo language family, plays a crucial role in preserving the community’s identity. Recognising the importance of language preservation, local organisations, educational institutions, and community leaders have taken significant steps to promote the Igede language through formal education, language workshops, and cultural events. These efforts have not only preserved the language but have also revitalised a sense of belonging among the younger generation.

Igede traditional dressing and cultural attire comprises three beautiful colours; blue, white and black with variety of vibrant and colourful materials made into different elegant styles to reflect the cultural richness and confidence of their people.

The central element of the Igede traditional attire is the Ogodogodo material; a combination of the three major colours of blue, black and white stripes interwoven.

While proud Igede daughters wear Ogodogodo in variety of ways, including skirts, blouses, gowns, and gele, their sons often style theirs as vest, agbada, cap ,  or in most cases using a long piece (Mufla) on their necks.

Once sighted, the native and cultural attires can be distinguished from a broad range of traditional clothing worn by different tribes in Nigeria.

 

In present-day, different types of Igede traditional attires are worn based on occasions.  For instance, some clothes are used exclusively for events such as the wedding ceremony, Igede Agba festival or to perform traditional dance during festival, each one, having an eye-catching detail and significance.

They Igedes also have complementing accessories that brings out the uniquness of their adorable attire.


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