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Prestigious attire of the Igbo people Not to be confused with Ishiagu.
Men wearing the modern Isiagu with traditional Igbo men's hat.

The Isiagu ( In English), also called Chieftaincy, is a highly prestigious attire that is worn by the Igbo people which signifies power, authority, and pride. It holds a significant cultural and symbolic value for the Igbo people. It is usually worn on special occasions like weddings and coronation ceremonies. The shirt may be long or short sleeved. Some shirts have gold buttons that are linked by a chain. There is usually a breast pocket on the front. Traditionally, the Isiagu was given to a man when he received a chieftaincy title. The shirt is usually worn with a red fez hat or the Igbo leopard cap. The leopard cap is known as Okpu Agu in the Igbo language.

See also

References

  1. "Isi Agu: Bestows pride, authority". guardian.ng. December 2019. Retrieved 2023-11-22.
  2. Daily, Times. "President Buhari Looking Cute on Isiagu".
  3. Okeke-Korieocha, Ifeoma (2023-07-17). "Why 'Isiagu' styles are becoming norm at Igbo weddings". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2023-11-22.
  4. "Isiagu, the traditional attire that identifies the Nigerian Igbo community". GhanaWeb. 2023-04-12. Retrieved 2023-11-22.
  5. "TRADITIONAL HATS OF IGBO TRIBE (MALE) AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE | Boombuzz".

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  • What is Igbo attire?
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