Nigerian Culture Areas

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Culture Areas in Nigeria

• Nigeria has over 250 ethnic groups with distinct cultures, languages, and traditions.

Major Ethnic Groups

• Hausa-Fulani: predominantly found in the north, known for their Islamic influence and traditional occupations in agriculture and trade.
• Yoruba: found in the southwest, known for their rich cultural heritage, including the Ife-Benin bronze casting tradition.
• Igbo: found in the southeast, known for their entrepreneurial spirit and rich cultural festivals like the New Yam Festival.

Cultural Practices

• Traditional clothing: varies by region, with the north favoring loose, flowing robes, while the south prefers colorful, patterned attire.
• Cuisine: features staples like jollof rice, suya (grilled meat), and egusi soup, with regional specialties like akara (fried bean cakes) in the south.
• Music and Dance: includes genres like fuji, apala, and highlife, with traditional dances like the Yoruba's bata and the Igbo's ekombi.

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