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    Nigeria has over 1000 ethnic groups, with the largest being the Hausa, Fulani, Igbo, and Yoruba. Traditional dress varies by region, with women often wearing colorful, flowing robes and headscarves. While English is the official language, Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba are also widely spoken. Nigerian culture places importance on polite greetings that inquire after one's health and family. Religion is divided between Christianity and Islam in different parts of the country.

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    Nigeria has over 1000 ethnic groups, with the largest being the Hausa, Fulani, Igbo, and Yoruba. Traditional dress varies by region, with women often wearing colorful, flowing robes and headscarves. While English is the official language, Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba are also widely spoken. Nigerian culture places importance on polite greetings that inquire after one's health and family. Religion is divided between Christianity and Islam in different parts of the country.

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    Richelle Ann O.

    Julio
    BSED ENGLISH II-A

    CULTURAL BACKGROUND OF NIGERIA


     Nigeria is an extremely diverse country, with well over 1000 different ethnic groups
    residing within its territory. 
     The 4 largest of these groups are the Hausa, the Fulani, the Igbo and the Yoruba.

    CLOTHING
     In most urban areas, and particularly in the south of the country, both men and women
    tend to wear standard western-style clothing.
     Women will often be seen wearing long flowing robes and headscarves in bright colours.
     The most popular style of traditional dress is called “Buba”.
     For men this entails a long, loose-fitting shirt which comes down to halfway down the
    thigh.
     Men can also be seen wearing a traditional cap, known as a “fila”.

    LANGUAGE
     The official language of Nigeria is English
     Many people speak “pidgin” English, which is a slightly simplified form of the language
    which also includes elements.
     The other primary languages spoken in the country include Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba.

    ETIQUETTE AND CUSTOMS


     People of the same gender will often touch each other on the arms or back while having a
    conversation, and this is considered perfectly normal.
     Avoid eating or passing food with your left hand and do not position yourself so that your
    feet are pointing towards the food. At the end of a meal, a small burp indicates that you
    are full and have enjoyed the food.
     When eating out in a restaurant, in addition to the above, you should also be aware that
    you may be seated at a table with strangers.

    RELIGION
     The population of Nigeria is divided fairly evenly between Christians and Muslims.
     The primarily Sunni Muslim communities being based in the north of the country, and
    Christianity dominating the central and southern regions. 

    MEETING PEOPLE
     The most common greeting is a handshake with a warm, welcoming smile.
     Men may place their left hand on the other person’s shoulder while shaking hands.
    Smiling and showing sincere pleasure at meeting the person is important.
     As in the rest of Africa, it is rude to rush the greeting process.
     You must take the time to ask about the person’s health, the health of their family, or
    other social niceties.
     Close friends and family members often kiss and hug when meeting.
     A Nigerian generally waits for the woman to extend her hand.
     Observant Muslims will not generally shake hands with members of the opposite sex.
     Address people initially by their academic, professional or honorific title and their
    surname.
     Friends may address each other in a variety of ways: the title and the first name, the first
    name alone, the surname alone, or a nickname.
     Always wait until invited before using someone’s first name.
     When greeting someone who is obviously much older, it is a sign of respect and
    deference to bow the head.

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