NIG ERIAN CULTURE
|
|
|
FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW
| Population | 126,000,000 |
| Languages | English, Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa |
| Religion | Christianity, Islam, and Traditional |
| Celebrations | Egungun Festival, New Yam festival, Nigerian Harvest Festival, and EDo Festivals and Ceremonies |
| Dress | Buba, Iro, Gele, Kaba, and Iborun/ Ipele |
POPULATION
Nigeria is well known for it's large population of people, about 126,000,000. It has the largest National population in all Africa. The cultural heritage of Nigeria is woven from many threads of history and diversity, because of it's diversity of people and culture. Students visiting Nigeria through the inter net will explore and experience a glorious country.
ART
Art is a very important part of the Nigerian culture. Today art in Nigeria ranges from Sculptures, mask, and paintings. Cultural activities,such as music and dance, are also a large part of art in Nigeria. Nigerian art go back more than 2000 years. Nigerian art work display their craftsmanship skills with wood, copper and bronze.The art from Nigeria can be seen in their cultural centers, as well as many museums throughout the world.
In Nigeria many different styles of music are enjoyed. On the link below students will experience the joy of listening to various styles of music and the different instruments used.
LANGUAGES
The large population of Nigeria also brings about diversity in the language spoken their. English is the main language of Nigeria, however, there are three other main languages spoken (Yoruba, Iba, Hausa). These languages are named after the people they belong to. People visiting Nigeria will experience many dialects within the three main languages.
FOOD
The most popular food eaten by Nigerians are fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood. The difference between what Nigerians eat and what Americans eat is how they prepare the food. Families still eat most of their meals at home. When Nigerians prepare food for their families, they also prepare enough for anyone who may stop by. In your internet travel to Nigeria you will experience traditional Nigerian food.
DRESS
Nigerian citizens wear traditional Nigerian clothing. Some of the material they use are: lace, jacquard, adire and ankara. They also tie die. Clothing is also an important part of ceremonies. Nigerians take pride in their traditional dress.
CELEBRATIONS & FESTIVALS
In Nigeria traditional celebrations (holidays) are based on religious beliefs and non religious occasions (mothers day and fathers day). The Government will declare public holidays spontaneously.