MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL COMMITTEE ON INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE
1. Ambassador Franklyn N. Ogbuewu
Honourable Minister
Federal Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Abuja.
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14. Mr. Dan Awodoye
26 Dan Fodio Street Apapa, Lagos
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2. Mr. Hubert Charles
Director/ Country Representative
UNESCO, UN House Diplomatic Drive
Abuja.
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15. Mrs. Adeyemi
Director
Department of International Tourism
Promotion and Control
FMCT, Abuja.
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3. Prof. Wande Abimbola
Chairman of the Committee
C/o Fed Min. of Culture & Tourism
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16. Mrs. M.Y. Katagun
Secretary-General
NATCOM - UNESCO
Federal Ministry of Education
Abuja.
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4. Prof. Folarin Shyllon
Faculty of Law
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State
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17. Mr. Idu
Director,
Department of Domestic Tourism
Control and Services
FMCT Abuja.
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5. Dr. A.A. Darah
Office of the Chief of Staff
Governor’s Office Asaba
Delta State..
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18. Mr. M.D. Olagunju
Director,
Domestic Culture Operation
Area 1, Abuja.
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6. Mr. Nduka Otiomo
New Age Publications
Abebe Village, Iganmu
Lagos.
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19. Prof. Onwuka N. Njoku
Faculty of Arts
University of Nigeria Nsukka
Enugu State.
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| 7. Chief.(Barrister) Okegu Ogadeh |
20. Dr. J.O. Ebonomie
Director-General
Nigerian Tourism Cooperation
Area 1, Abuja.
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8. Dr. Abubakar Gimba
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21. Mr. M.M. Maiduju
Chief Executive
National Council for Arts and Culture
Abuja.
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| 9. Mrs. Ohaneaye Okunday Davies |
22. Mrs. A.U. Uyah
Director,
External Cultural Relations
FMCT, Abuja.
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10. Prof. O.N. Njoku
Dean, Faculty of Arts
University of Nigeria Nsukka.
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23. Ms. Ogbe Nchomwa
Deputy Director
FMCT
Abuja.
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11. Prof. Akinwumi Ishola
Department of Linguistics
African Languages
University of Ibadan, Oyo State
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24. Mr. Ajibola
ACCO UNESCO
Seceretary of the Committee
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12. Prof. Zainab Alkali
Office of the Dean, Faculty of Arts
Nasarawa State University, Keffi
Nasarawa State.
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25. Ms. Lizzy Ihezue
National Professional Officer
UNESCO
UN House Abuja.
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13. Jerry Buhari
Department of Arts
Ahmadu Bello University Zaria
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26. Mrs. Nneka Egbuna
Programme Assistant for the LHRP
UNESCO, Abuja.
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MEMBERS OF THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE OF THE LIVING HUMAN TREASURES PROJECT IN NIGERIA
| 1. Mr. Dan Awodoye |
- Chairman |
| 2. Prof. O.N. Njoku |
- Member |
| 3. Mrs. A.U. Uyah |
- Member |
| 4. Prof. Zaynab Alkali |
- Member |
| 5. Prof. Shyllon Folarin |
- Member |
| 6. Mrs. Lizzy Iheanacho |
- Member |
| 7. Ms. Lizzy Ihezue |
- Member |
| 8. Mrs. Nneka Egbuna |
- Member |
| 9. Mr. A.B. Ajibola |
- Member |
| 10. Mrs. Nike Davies |
- Member |
| 11. Mrs. Ogbe Nchonwa |
- Member |
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LIVING HUMAN TREASURES NOMINEES LIST
1.Oral Traditions and Expressions Language as a Vehicle for the transmission
| NO |
STATE/LOCATION |
NAME |
SEX |
AGE |
CRAFT |
| 1 |
Akwa Ibom |
Sunday Okon William |
M |
52 |
Dexterous application of proverbs in speech (proverbs are in near extinction in the State). |
| 2 |
Rivers |
Elder Bliss Iyalla |
M |
70s |
Always goes on bare feet, versed in local Kalabari dialect. |
| 3 |
Rivers |
Chief Beresiri |
M |
- |
Versed in the oral tradition. |
| 4 |
Rivers |
Elechi Amadi |
M |
- |
Renowned writer. |
| 5 |
Rivers |
Madam Adaobi Whyte |
F |
- |
Renowned writer. |
| 6 |
Rivers |
Mary Girls Social Club of Abonema |
F |
- |
Produced several albums in Kalabari language thereby projecting the traditions and cultural imagery of the people. |
| 7 |
Rivers |
First Owuama Ogbo of Okirika |
M |
- |
Used songs to record the traditions of the people. |
| 8 |
Kebbi |
Alh. Adamu Wakili Augie |
M |
70 |
Oral historian. Informs on past events, relationship of some of the Nigerian tribes, well versed in past heroes like Kanta of Kabi, Sheikh Usman Danfodio, the origin of Sokoto, Kano, Argungu, Katsina, etc., and the wars faught, origin and relationship of tribes e.g. Hausas, Fulani, Yoruba, Zabarma, etc. Also trains others. |
| 9 |
Niger Delta |
Gabriel Okara |
M |
- |
Traditional poet |
| 10 |
Oyo |
Akinwumi Ishola |
M |
- |
Has preserved the Yoruba cultural heritage through lingual arts |
| 11 |
Plateau |
Dan Maraya Jos |
M |
- |
Traditional and dramatic Hausa poet. |
| 12 |
Katsina |
Sarki Taushi Katsina |
M |
- |
Light drumming for talking and praising people. Also court music for spreading news. |
| 13 |
Bornu |
Algaita |
- |
- |
A reed flute for playing traditional music and praising traditional rulers etc. |
| 14 |
Kogi
(Ogidi-Ijumu)
|
Mrs Jogole Balogun |
F |
80s |
Inmole folk lore singer and drummer; an exponent and trainer of Inmole customs and rites. |
| 15 |
Imo |
Prof. P A Ezikeojiaku |
M |
- |
Igbo Linguist. Safeguards the Igbo language, folklore and culture through educating students and children alike, publishing and translating in the Igbo language. |
| 16 |
Lagos |
Pa Fatai Olagunju a.k.a. Fatai Rolling Dollars |
M |
70s |
Longest and oldest performing Juju musician through whom Ebenezer Obey and Sunny Ade were made. They served under him. |
| 17 |
Delta |
Mr. E A Temesanren |
M |
- |
Documentation of cultural history and philosophy. |
| 18 |
Gombe |
Tiling Ankale Yelyel |
M |
56 |
Linguist, strong advocate for the promotion of the Tangale language. Reference point to many indigenes and researchers. Presently co-translating the New Testament Bible into Tangale language, presently leading the crusade of ‘let every Tangale man or woman speak Talgale to his/her children daily’. |
| 19 |
Ebonyi |
Rev. Samuel Iyoku |
M |
60 |
Translation of the Holy Bible into Izzi dialect of Igbo, reduction of Izzi dialect into writing, written books and articles to preserve Izzi culture and customs. |
| 20 |
Ebonyi |
Chief Agu Njoku Eze |
M |
80 |
Retentive memory of pre-literate communities, consultant of cultural matters within his locality, narrates events and folk tales concerning his Igbudu Eka Ezza community thereby passing Ezza culture from the older generation to the younger generation. |
| 21 |
Ondo |
Chief Asoga Ojo |
M |
- |
Traditional historian, Egungun mask (dance and music) |
| 22 |
Ondo |
Chief Ogunaja |
M |
- |
Traditional historian |
| 23 |
Ondo |
Chief Aderinbola |
- |
- |
Traditional historian |
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2.Performing Arts
| NO |
STATE/LOCATION |
NAME |
SEX |
AGE |
CRAFT |
| 1 |
Akwa Ibom |
Uko Akpan |
M |
60 |
Founded the Uko Akpan traditional music orchestra which for 30 years has passed moral ideas and values of patriotism through music |
| 2 |
Anambra |
Chief Festus Nwankwo |
M |
78 |
Created the dance form called Mkpokiti. |
| 3 |
Anambra |
Okoye Ngene |
M |
74 |
One of the founding members of the Okacha dance group 62 years ago |
| 4 |
Anambra |
Charles Ezeagu |
M |
76 |
Foundeed the Ododo dance of Igbo-Ukwu. Ododo is the idiom or the Atilogwu dance |
| 5 |
Anambra |
Chief Ezike |
M |
76 |
Funded the Egwu Agu dance group 45 years ago. |
| 6 |
Anambra |
Okuji Dance group |
F |
80s |
They sing and dance at naming ceremonies, burials, traditional weddings, births, new moon, lullabies, title taking ceremonies, etc. |
| 7 |
Anambra |
Okwa Chieze |
M |
68 |
Presents the Ijele Masquerade. |
| 8 |
Anambra |
Mrs Nwugo Ozumba |
F |
80 |
Developed the Onom (Nnya) dance steps. |
| 9 |
Rivers |
Uriel Paul Worika |
M |
60s |
Giant in performances, owns a theatre. |
| 10 |
Rivers |
Oshishike musical party |
M |
- |
Production of music using the Ubo, which differentiates them from other groups. |
| 11 |
Rivers |
Akagba First ladies Association |
F |
- |
Founded in 1975 and has over 87 members. Very popular and in high demand. |
| 12 |
Rivers |
Okpekpe cultural display |
M |
- |
Founded in 1959, a masquerade dancing group with over 100 members. |
| 13 |
Rivers |
Ikpan Cultural display |
M |
- |
Founded in 1980, displays various
masquerade dances.
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| 14 |
Rivers |
Biri Ere Apu Ogbo of Opobo Kingdom |
F |
- |
Used several artistic means like songs, dancing, pantomime, costumes to attract development and promotion of cultural values. |
| 15 |
Rivers |
New Fashion Society of Abonmea |
F |
- |
Modernized traditional values of the people through songs, music and dance. |
| 16 |
Kwara
(Ilorin West LGA)
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Alhaji Jaigbade Alao |
M |
- |
Most prominent/seasoned in Dadakuada music; waxed many LPs on moral and social problem; trained many to stardom; an inspiration to many musicians in other areas e.g. Fuji, Juju, etc. |
| 17 |
Kwara
(Obbo, Ekiti LGA)
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Chief Ayeni Oye Olojobo |
M |
- |
Legend of Ere Ibile Ekiti indigenous music, waxed many records, trained many artistes. |
| 18 |
Kwara
(Share, Ifelodun LGA) |
Alhaja Hassana Abake |
F |
- |
Seasoned in Baalu music, many LPs, trained many into stardom in the music. |
| 19 |
Kwara
(Lafiagi, Edu LGA)
|
Hajia Kulu Lafiagi |
F |
- |
Most prominent in Angale and trained many to stardom |
| 20 |
Kwara
(Erin-Ile, Oyun LGA)
|
Chief Jacob Ogundele
a.k.a. Baba Kelebu |
M |
- |
Theater artist and film producer who trained many to stardom |
| 21 |
Kwara
(Offa, Offa LGA)
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Chief Remi Adigun
a.k.a Baba Onirungbon |
M |
- |
Theater artist and film maker. Featured in many big films e.g. Igbo Orunmole |
| 22 |
Kwara
(Ilorin, Ilorin West LGA)
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Alhaji Gidado Ajao
a.k.a. Faje |
M |
- |
Prominent in Acrobatic display. Has performed on many occasions; leads one of the most prominent acrobatic groups in the State; trains the youth, adults; waxed some LPs. Depicts the richness of their culture |
| 23 |
Kwara
(Patigi, Patigi LGA)
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Hajia Fatima Dzama |
F |
- |
Prominent in Angale music and reputed for producing and training many seasoned artistes in Angale music. She has also been in the music for many years but is now retired. |
| 24 |
Oyo |
Dundun music |
Drum |
- |
Plays socio-cultural and revolutionary music which involves traditional songs, proverbs, riddles and current events. |
| 25 |
Cross River |
Ekpe Ebonyo Masquerade |
Masquerade |
- |
Cult masquerade of the Ekpe secret society |
| 26 |
Kano |
Barahaza |
- |
- |
Oldest Hausa/Fulani esoteric dance in honour of Barahaza the spirit of the wind |
| 27 |
Benue |
Kwagh-Hir |
Drama |
- |
Historic drama with elaborate puppet show |
| 28 |
Kogi
(Ayangba)
|
Chief Oloda Ala |
M |
80s |
Traditional Yoruba trumpeter |
| 29 |
Imo |
Chief Paul Akalonu |
M |
67 |
Raised, nurtured and produced many Nigerian musicians eg. Sunny Okosun, Nelly Uchendu, Christy Essien Igbokwe, The peacocks, Founders 15, etc. Played with many Nigerian highlife and folk bands. |
| 30 |
Imo |
Kingsley Dallas Anyanwu |
M |
55 |
Vocalist, musician, writer. Ex Imo State PMAN chairman. Publishe many musicals and jingles. |
| 31 |
Imo |
Mr. Chukwuma Eze |
M |
47 |
Theatre Artist and stage/radio producer. Productions include ‘Who is afraid of Solarin’, ‘Midnight hotel’, ‘Kakata for marriage’, Ojemba, Egwuregwu Igbo, Erinma. |
| 32 |
Lagos |
Jimi Solanke |
M |
- |
Promotes Yoruba culture using his versatility in music to fuse folk lore, stories and the attendances of deities. Cultural artist and performer specialized in story telling, acting, singing, dancing, writing, and educating people in various aspects of culture. A highlife composer and written over 40 traditional advocacy plays on health issues. Recorded tunes like Onilegogoro, Ore Titan, Na today you come, popularized by bands like Roy Chicago, Rex Williams and band, the Junkers, etc. A cultural ambassador anywhere in the world. |
| 33 |
Delta |
Chief I Onwuegbuzie |
M |
- |
Cultural Custodian and leader of a traditional acrobatic dance group |
| 34 |
Delta |
Chief Onyebuke Uwadia |
M |
- |
Folk lore dance and drama for peace and general fertility |
| 35 |
Delta |
Madam Titi Ugagbe |
F |
- |
Igbe Dance |
| 36 |
Delta |
Madam Stella Akpoyibo |
F |
- |
Traditional Music songstress and performer |
| 37 |
Delta |
Ile Cultural dance group |
Dance Group |
- |
Traditional acrobatic dance and drama |
| 38 |
Delta |
Oligbe folklore dance group |
Dance Group |
- |
Folk lore, dance and drama |
| 39 |
Delta |
Ema cultural dance group |
Dance Group |
- |
Royal songs and dance |
| 40 |
Gombe |
Lanbala Wali |
M |
70s |
Developmental songs geared towards the promotion of the cultural heritage of the Gombe people. Trained many in the process. |
| 41 |
Ebonyi |
Sir Vincent O. Nwachi |
M |
63 |
Leader and producer of the Nkwa umu agbogho maiden dance in Afikpo. Peculiar to the people of Ehugbo (Afikpo) as one of ancient traditional cultural heritage. He has internationalized the troupe, trained many, and formed a feeder troupe to replace the ageing members of his group. |
| 42 |
Ondo |
Hon. Fatai Ojuade |
M |
- |
Bata ceremonial dance group. |
| 43 |
Ondo |
Mr Abiola Ogunrinde |
M |
- |
Expert skills in Ijala song, traditional hunters, Ewi or incantation |
| 44 |
Ondo |
Mr Soje Ogunyombo |
M |
- |
Ogbere song expert. |
| 45 |
Ogun |
Chief Alhaji Akintola Ogungbe |
M |
71 |
Established theatre artist since the 1940s, has trained many over the years such as Charles Olumo, Jimoh Aliu, Ishola Ogunshola, Afolayan, etc. |
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3.Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events
| NO |
STATE/LOCATION |
NAME |
SEX |
AGE |
CRAFT |
| 1 |
Kebbi |
Malam Homa Aliyu Dagwal Argungu |
M |
83 |
Chief fisherman and trainer, controls fishing and fishing in Argungu emirate. Mystical detection of fish in the river. Capable of controlling fishing and fishermen everywhere in Argungu Emirate. |
| 2 |
Kebbi
(Argungun) |
Alh. Ibrahim Sarkin Ruwa (Makwashe) |
M |
88 |
He is the custodian of the Matan Fada River, the venue of the grand fishing event. He alone performs rites (prayers known to him alone) on the river before any fishing can be done. Also treats crocodile bites and sea creature bites. He has held the title of Makwashe for the past 40 years and trained many in the process |
| 3 |
Edo |
Ugie |
- |
- |
Annual festival in honour of the Oba of Benin. Invokes the communal life and history of the Benin people |
| 4 |
Anambra |
Ofala festival of Onitsha |
- |
- |
Commemorates important events in the lives of the Onitsha community. |
| 5 |
Delta |
Odudu |
- |
- |
Ritual performance for girls about to be married. 7 days festival |
| 6 |
Delta |
Ulu Malokun |
- |
- |
A ritual dance for the god of the sea, in order to make life better for them in their business |
| 7 |
South Eastern States |
Breaking and eating of kola nut in Igbo land |
- |
- |
- |
| 8 |
South Eastern States |
New Yam festivals |
- |
- |
- |
| 9 |
South Western States |
Inmole |
- |
- |
Earth spirits |
| 10 |
Osun |
Susan Wenger |
F |
90s |
Custodian of the Osun Osogbo customs and rites, cult priestess |
| 11 |
Osun |
Ile Orisa |
- |
- |
Yoruba Deity |
| 12 |
Lagos |
Igunnuko (Egungun variation in Lagos State) |
- |
- |
Masquerade dance involving flying and acrobatics |
| 13 |
Ogun |
Oro (Orisa) |
- |
- |
Mediator of politics, medicine and disputes
|
| 14 |
Imo |
HRM Eze E E Njemanze,
Ozuruigbo V of Owerri |
M |
69 |
Brought to limelight the ORU OWERE festival in Imo state, an annual feast in commemoration of the founder of Owerri, Ekwem Arugo. The institution responsible for its conduct is OHA OWERE. It is a period of togetherness and peace. |
| 15 |
Lagos |
Chief Ojedele Omoba
Chairman of Oje Religious Association
|
M |
75 |
Veteran traditionalist, shrine custodian, herbal healer, initiated member of several cults. |
| 16 |
Ebonyi |
Chief Obaji Nkwe |
M |
58 |
As a diviner, he promoted the consultation of oracle priests and diviners to discover the cause of events which had already taken place and find out the course of future events. These events which may have precipitated a current disaster may have been forgotten by mortals. They may have taken place on the spiritual plane so that ordinary mortals may have no knowledge of the causes. |
| 17 |
Ondo |
Idedi Ojuade
(Igbalade, Oke-Igbo) |
- |
- |
Etiyeri’s Egungun (Egungun regalia) |
| 18 |
Ondo |
Alapini
(Alapini, Oke-Igbo) |
- |
- |
Alawopala’s mask (Egungun mask regalia) |
| 19 |
Ondo |
Sawo
(Atibise, Oke-Igbo) |
- |
- |
Olomo’s regalia (Egungun mask regalia) |
| 20 |
Kogi
(Ogidi-Ijumu)
|
Mrs Jogole Balogun |
- |
- |
An exponent of Inmole customs and rites |
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4.Knowledge and Practices Concerning Nature and the Universe
| NO |
STATE/LOCATION |
NAME |
SEX |
AGE |
CRAFT |
| 1 |
Kebbi |
Alh. Yusuf Abubakar Argungu |
M |
60 |
Chief traditional, spiritual and Islamic medical practitioner of Argungu Emirate. He is well known in Nigeria, Niger and Chad as one of the best traditional spiritual and Islamic medical practitioners/trainer |
| 2 |
Kebbi
(Aliero) |
Alhaji Salisu Sarkin dori Aliero |
M |
52 |
Traditional bone setter, with secrets known only to his family. Currently training others. He is the present and third Sarkin dori of Aliero in Aliero LGA, Kebbi State. Receives and treats over one thousand cases annually. This is why the traditional orthopedic hospital in Aliero is duly recognized and assisted by successive administrators of both Sokoto and Kebbi States |
| 3 |
Osun |
Susan Wenger |
F |
90s |
Cult priestess of Osun Osogbo |
| 4 |
Imo |
Dr. Chidi Osuagwu |
M |
58 |
Researcher into African cosmology and Science, biochemical effects on African medicinal plants, alternative medicine and the indigenous knowledge of Africa. |
| 5 |
Ebonyi |
Dr. Chikwendu Odii |
M |
60 |
Trado Medical Doctor. He popularized traditional medicine
across the country especially with the Ezi okwu bu ndu Naturalistic hospital
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| 6 |
Ogun |
Chief Tijani Babatunde Ogunbodede |
M |
104 |
Natural talent in alternative medicine |
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5.Traditional Craftsmanship
| NO |
STATE/LOCATION |
NAME |
SEX |
AGE |
CRAFT |
| 1 |
Akwa Ibom |
Dennis Bassey |
M |
65 |
Use of raffia in weaving “Ekpe” masquerade apparels and seat construction |
| 2 |
Rivers |
Elder Ebere Ebere |
M |
70s |
One of the earliest carvers on Ikwerre LGA, carves with strange precision |
| 3 |
Rivers |
Elder V Nwiinnwin |
M |
- |
Traditional graphic artist |
| 4 |
Rivers |
Jonathan Akari |
M |
- |
Drummer and can translate lots of messages on drums |
| 5 |
Rivers |
Chief Opuada Briggs |
M |
- |
Traditional designer of ceremonial costumes and regalia |
| 6 |
Kebbi
(Argungu, Tudun Wada)
|
Mallam Shehu Masaki Abdullahi Argungu |
M |
65 |
Inherited the craft of traditional cloth weaving like zawaka, tera-tera, bukurde, bangiwa, mursmuhi-sardauna, etc. |
| 7 |
Kebbi
(Jega LGA)
|
Alhaji Abdulkadir Hassan, Sarkin Marina Jega |
M |
53 |
Chief dyer. Belongs to the well known family of Sarkin Marina whose history of dyeing in Jega dates as far as 1800 AD. The knowledge and skill in dyeing is imparted not only to family members but also to outsiders, many of whom are practicing presently – Nata’alah, Alh. Liman, Dan Iya Karofi, etc. Presently, there are 4 functional dyeing centres in Jega; Marinar Kofar Dan Dogo, Marinar wuri, Mariner Ginga and Birnin Yari. |
| 8 |
Kwara
(Irepodun LGA)
|
Hajia Mulikat oyerinde |
F |
- |
About the most outstanding beadwork designer in the State. Her works have been exported to many West African countries. She has trained many who now practice the craft. |
| 9 |
Kwara
(Osi, Ekiti LGA)
|
Chief D O Bamidele |
M |
- |
Master Wood craver of national repute. His works have featured in many national and international art exhibitions, producer of one of the art works, ‘Unity in Diversity’ exhibited in the main gallery at Arewa House, Kaduna |
| 10 |
Kwara
(Okele, Ilorin East)
|
Alhaji Sulaiman Olarenwaju |
M |
- |
Large scale aso-ofi weaver; a trainer whose works have been exported to different West African countries |
| 11 |
Kwara
(Oro-Ago Ifelodun LGA)
|
Mr. Jonathan Tunji Balogun |
M |
- |
Creative designer and proprietor of Balomedia arts Ilorin. An artist, trainer and art exhibitor. |
| 12 |
Osun |
Susan Wenger |
F |
90s |
Renowned sculptor and painter |
| 13 |
(No State indicated) |
Madam Beatrice Okunboyejo (Betty O) |
F |
70s |
Tie and Dye artist |
| 14 |
Plateau |
Women of Zwachip |
F |
70s/80s |
Weaving of bags without joints. |
| 15 |
Imo |
Nze Godpower Sylvanus Ihenyinwa |
M |
59 |
Founder and promoter of grass roots cultural industries in Imo state and Nigeria in general. These organisations have been participating and featuring prominently in state and national craft exhibitions, trade fairs and organising local skills acquisition workshops. He has represented Imo state in many arts and craft exhibitions and international trade fairs. |
| 16 |
Imo |
Mr Evans Osuchukwu |
M |
58 |
Carved Nze IKORO with her 3 children as they are called in Onicha Uboma community. Also revived Umuanu Ogwa Community Ekere Mgba cultural dance (IHE NWANYI HURU KWERE DI, EZUMEZU, ONYE UJO AGBA) which was abandoned because of the church carved giant gongs and masks such as Arugo, Owu cultural dance mask, and Ikenga. Built Mbari house in Owerri and Jos. Trained many in the process. |
| 17 |
Imo |
Sir Vincent O Onwunaku |
M |
58 |
Nature/abstract sculptor. Unique carvings developed from the Igbo ‘uli’ designs. Also does modeling and casting in concrete plaster and terracotta. |
| 18 |
Lagos |
Mr. Olabisi Onawale |
M |
63 |
Radical wood carving. |
| 19 |
Delta |
Chief Ojalikere |
M |
- |
Ornamental crafts. Proprietor of a traditional craft training centre. |
| 20 |
Delta |
Ms. Edo Patience |
F |
- |
Traditional textile technology and craft |
| 21 |
Gombe |
Ma. Ahmed Saraki |
M |
56 |
Renowned blacksmith in Dukku town. Popularly known as ‘Sarkin Makera’ i.e. head of blacksmiths. |
| 22 |
Ebonyi |
Mrs Maryam Okponyi Ede |
F |
70 |
- |
| 23 |
Ondo |
Chief Ogunaja |
- |
- |
Traditional historian and canoe builder/carver |
| 24 |
Ondo |
Chief (Mrs.) Folrunso |
F |
- |
Traditional birth attendant |
| 25 |
Ondo |
Chief Olayinka Omomogbe |
M |
- |
Blacksmith |
| 26 |
Ondo |
Mrs Kokumo Afolabi |
F |
- |
Cloth weaving |
| 27 |
Ondo |
Mr Kolawole Abayomi |
M |
- |
Brass smith |
| 28 |
Ondo |
Yeye Ololada |
- |
- |
Traditional Dyeing |
|
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