UNBELIEVABLE! ! ! See How Man Beat Up Masquerade For Flogging Him On The Streets Of Lagos [VIDEO]
In a shocking turn of events in Lagos Island, the story of a Nigerian man was captured on video engaging in a physical altercation with a Masquerade after receiving unsolicited strokes of the cane from the traditional performer.
The incident, which has since gone viral on social media, had got a heated debate about the boundaries of cultural practices and the appropriate response to perceived transgressions. According to reports, the man was simply passing by on the road when the Masquerade unexpectedly struck him with the cane.
Enraged by this unprovoked act, the man swiftly retaliated and began physically assaulting the Masquerade, much to the surprise of onlookers who attempted to intervene and diffuse the escalating confrontation. The video footage of the altercation has elicited a variety of reactions from viewers.
Some applauded the man for defending himself in the face of perceived disrespect, while others have expressed concern over the use of violence to settle cultural disputes. The incident has showed the tensions that can arise when some traditional customs do not show respect for people.
Masquerades hold significant cultural and spiritual significance in Nigeria, often being revered as vessels of ancestral spirits and divine entities that bring blessings and protection to communities. However, such incident have the potential to lead to crisis and conflicts to arise when the boundaries of these traditions are crossed.
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