Top 10 Facts About Nigeria We Should All Know: 1. Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and the 8th most populous in the world. 2. The Third Mainland bridge in Lagos State is the longest bridge in Africa. 3. Nigeria has more than 250 ethnic groups with 3 dominant tribes: Igbo, Yoruba and Hausa-Fulani which make up 18%, 21% and 29% respectively, of it’s population. 4. Christianity and Islam are her 2 major religions. 5. Nigeria is one of the oldest locations of human existence as archaeologists claim the history of human existence in Nigeria dates as far back as 9000BC. 6. Nollywood is the name given to the Nigerian movie industry and it has recently been ranked the second largest producers of movies in the world. 7. River Niger is West Africa’s largest river. 8. Nigeria has the largest diversity of butterfly as it has been considered the most suitable habitat for the colorful creatures, especially in the areas surrounding Cross River State and the South in general. 9. Ogun State has the highest number of Universities in Nigeria. 10. Nigeria is the 12th largest producer of crude oil in the world. Source:
Posted on: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 12:35:26 +0000
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