6.1 Modiay in his yellow “in-between” initiation costume, holding his tobacco pipe. Initiates are expected to be generous in giving tobacco and food. Note the large phallic leaf in Modiay’s costume. |
6.5 The morning after the feast, initiates sit to receive yellow bark wig (uga) that is tied to their hair. Yaba begins to tie Momiay’s uga into his hair. |
6.6 Momiay wears his completed heavy wig before it is trimmed. The rear of the wig is supported by a pole held by two men. |
6.7 Momiay wears his completed uga wig.. He hunches forward to help support its weight on his shoulders. |
