In 1977 the Federal Government of Nigeria commissioned the production of the replica of the Queen Idia mask. It was used as the emblem for The Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC ’77) and has since become the most recognizable African art. But the man that carved the mask, Mr Joseph Alufa Igbinovia claims he is yet to be paid for his services.

This is a truly heartbreaking video but must be seen.

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Thank you Omoregbe Erediauwa of the Benin Royal Foundation for Arts and Culture for giving him a voice!