Anana

Chordophone (bowed)Musical BowMultiple instruments

LanguageIbibio

MacrofamilyNiger-Congo

ISO Codeibb

City / RegionAkwa Ibom State, Uyo Local Government Area

CountryNigeria

ContinentAfrica

FamilyChordophone (bowed)

Instrument TypeMusical Bow

ContentCourtship, Death, Other

ProductivityCan convey all messages

Current StatusStill practiced

Entry AuthorsErikan Alice Obong and Elena Oh

Coordinates5.0293, 7.9134

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