A guard of the Emir of Katsina waits standing in a courtyard of the palace, dressed in a loose uniform striped in red and green and wearing a red turban. Indifferent to his presence, children play on the ground near an entrance. February 1990. Un garde de l’émir de Katsina patiente debout dans une cour…
On the dusty racetrack, jockeys on horseback move calmly while other horses are led by hand before the race. Around them, spectators watch the scene. March 1990. Sur la piste poussiéreuse de l’hippodrome, des jockeys à cheval avancent calmement tandis que d’autres montures sont menées à la main avant la course. Autour d’eux, des spectateurs…
In Okene, during ritual outings, two processions briefly confront each other, striking one another symbolically with palm fronds and reeds under the supervision of traditional authorities. This codified confrontation, with no intent to cause injury, aims to channel collective tensions and reaffirm social order within the community. It is forbidden to women, foreigners, and photographers.…
A young Muslim man carries a large calabash gourd. The calabash is a big dried fruit that can be used as a container in northern Nigeria. September 1990. Un jeune musulman porte un grosse calebasse. La calebasse est un grand fruit sec qui peut servir de récipient au nord du Nigeria. Septembre 1990.
Desert roses are the only touch of color in the Sahel desert. A young Hausa gathers them to thread onto a stem. July 1990. Les roses du désert sont la seule touche de couleur dans le désert du Sahel. Un jeune Haoussa les ramasse pour les enfiler sur une tige. Juillet 1990.
A Hausa horseman is ready to parade during the Durbar festival. Traditional ceremonies are amazing in northern Nigeria. September 1990. Un cavalier Haoussa est prêt à défiler durant la fête du Durbar. Les cérémonies traditionnelles au nord du Nigeria sont exceptionnelles. Septembre 1990.
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