Isiagu

{{Short description|Prestigious attire of the Igbo people}}

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The Isiagu ([Leopard head] In English), also called Chieftaincy,{{Cite web |title=Isi Agu: Bestows pride, authority |url=https://www.tzdlxs.com/store/category/isiagu-style-7 |access-date=2023-11-22 |website=tzdlxs.com |date=December 2019 |language=en-US}} 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.{{Cite web |last=Daily |first=Times |title=President Buhari Looking Cute on Isiagu |url=https://dailytimesng.com/president-buhari-looking-cute/}}{{Cite web |last=Okeke-Korieocha |first=Ifeoma |date=2023-07-17 |title=Why 'Isiagu' styles are becoming norm at Igbo weddings |url=https://businessday.ng/life-arts/article/why-isiagu-styles-are-becoming-norm-at-igbo-weddings/ |access-date=2023-11-22 |website=Businessday NG |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |date=2023-04-12 |title=Isiagu, the traditional attire that identifies the Nigerian Igbo community |url=https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/africa/Isiagu-the-traditional-attire-that-identifies-the-Nigerian-Igbo-community-1747850 |access-date=2023-11-22 |website=GhanaWeb |language=en}} 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.{{Cite web |title= TRADITIONAL HATS OF IGBO TRIBE (MALE) AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE | Boombuzz|url=https://www.boomplay.com/buzz/3773304#:~:text=Name%3A%20Okpu%20agu%20“leopard%20hat,grade%20of%20the%20Ekpe%20society).}}