also mecca of ancient Igbo tradition and ceremonial (now antique)
masks which have been carefully preserved.
The MBE OR EBU MBE Mbe or Ebu Mbe (literal translation: the tortoise's
song) is a festival that combines great music and dance with social
satire.
The songs contain lyrics that criticize individuals and groups who
committed offenses or violated community norms in recent memory. The
intent is to name and shame evil doers to serve as deterrence to
others. The songs and dance steps are rehearsed weeks and months in
advance by groups of men and women who meet after work to practice.
The result is great entertainment that also serves to reinforce
community norms by "naming and shaming" those who violate those
norms.
Mbe festival is held every two years and features the Okpaa
masquerade, colorfully dressed women's dance groups and spirited male
drummers.
If you can afford to be in Afikpo during the Mbe Festival, you should
make plans to attend it.
Soucre: Afikpoonline
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