Akuọghọ
Akuọghọ are sheaths for knives made from leather or other materials (Egharevba 1996, p.42). They are used to hold or protect any kind of bladed weapon, such as Idẹnrhẹn, Umozo or Ọhọ. A number of these are heavily ornamented and cast in brass and have ceremonial and practical functions. They are used to hold sharp blades or keep blades in a safe place by warriors, and executioners, while during burial or funeral, the heir to the deceased wears a leather Akuọghọ. A smaller number are ornamented with coral beads, which are used by the Ọba during royal ceremonies.
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