Religion

While some objects and symbols are reserved for the fon, some are
reserved only for notables and secret societies existing in the
kingdom. For example, the giant gong, representing the kingdom’s
authority, is reserved for the kwifo. There are also objects used by
the nda ngang society during some of their rituals.

Religion in Mankon has its own forms and modalities of worship. In
terms of form, traditional rituals are the most important, while secret
shrines are usually identified with streams, forests, trees and stones.
Access to these sites is generally forbidden to the public, especially
women, with only initiated members, chief priests and diviners being
allowed to enter them. In addition, ritual performances take the form
of incantations and sacrifices. The animals used for sacrifices include
rams and fowls; while camwood, palm oil, salt and water are also used.