Booming gunfire, vibrant gowns and blaring trumpets have animated the Nigerian city of Dutse during the durbar.

This is a days-long horse parade held to mark Eid al-Fitr, a celebration for the end of the Ramadan.

Emirs – traditional Islamic leaders – usually parade through their territories with a huge procession of horseback riders.

On Monday, Emir of Dutse Hameem Nuhu Sunusi rode on a white stallion, shielded from the sun by a patterned blue parasol.

The emir told the AFP news agency that the festival showcases Nigeria’s rich traditions.