Dogari I

This painting by Joseph Fidelis depicts a dogari in full attire.
The Dogari is known as the chief of police. In the contemporary world, Dogari is regarded as Inspector-General of Police (IG) whose responsibility is that of security.

Joseph Fidelis (b. 1989) is a visual artist from Adamawa state, Nigeria.
Fidelis emits his concern about his culture, using visual metaphors to reflect on a mystery in Marghi kingdom, he explores traditional myths of various cultures in Nigeria

“What amazes me is the intersection and the interaction of two spiritual forces (man and animal), especially when the reaction taking place could be as a result of anger or when there is a need for defence. We can also now find Salkurs living in cities just like anybody else”– Joseph Fidelis