group of men standing in a line, holding long wooden staffs with sharp tips

group of men standing in a line, holding long wooden staffs with sharp tips. They are wearing maroon pants and brown shirts, with a large woven net bag slung across their chests. The men are participating in a traditional ceremony, likely a cultural event or a religious procession, in Jos, Nigeria. The location of the event is coordinates (latitude: 9.929, longitude: 8.877). The men are holding their staffs firmly with their right hands, their faces serious and focused. The man in the foreground is looking directly at the camera. There are several large white tents in the background, suggesting a large gathering. The men are standing on a dirt path, surrounded by dry grass. A few onlookers can be seen in the background.