This oil painting depicts a cultural procession in Ikate, Nigeria

This oil painting depicts a cultural procession in Ikate, Nigeria. Three masked figures dominate the foreground, characterized by voluminous white and light-blue robes that appear to be in dynamic motion, suggesting a dance or rhythmic movement. Each masked figure holds a long wooden staff. The central and most prominent masked figure wears a distinct wide-brimmed red hat adorned with a white star-like or cross-like motif. To the right, a bare-chested male individual with dark skin is visible, wearing red glasses, a red cap, a white necktie, and a red loincloth. He has yellow spherical ornaments on his right arm and is barefoot. His expression is one of engagement with the event. The midground features numerous additional individuals, some wearing conical white head coverings, participating in or observing the procession. The background establishes an urban setting with multiple multi-story buildings, including a prominent teal-colored high-rise, and various other architectural structures. Overhead utility lines and trees are present. The ground is rendered in earthy tones of brown, orange, and purple, consistent with a dry outdoor surface. The artwork is signed "B.B. Balofunda / 2023" in the lower right corner.