Nso traditional authorities issue artist warning for tempering with royalty attires
By Charity Nginyu
The Nso traditional authorities have issued a comprehensive warning on artist Shey Lontum Yov, effectively prohibiting him from wearing attires, meant solely for the royalty of the Nso culture.
The warning, made public through a press skit, highlighted the authorities’ firm stance against what they perceive as persistent disregard for their directives.
Reports have surfaced indicating that Yov’s transgression includes the unauthorized wearing of the traditional attire reserved exclusively for the Royalty of the Nso people.
“Sheèy Lontùm yov has been warned to desist from wearing things that are reserved for royalty and special nso’ people. Failure to do so, he shall face the consequences from Ngwèròn Nso’,” the press kit partly read
This development comes on the heels of a broader crackdown on the misuse of traditional titles and symbols within the Oku community.
Just recently, HRM Fon Ngum IV of Oku issued a scathing rebuke via his official Facebook page, warning against the inappropriate appropriation of cultural heritage.
The comprehensive ban on Shey Lontum Yov sends a clear message about the non-negotiable importance of respecting and preserving traditional guidelines.
