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Cultural differences in Nigeria

ClassNotes Team 2 MIN READUPDATED 13 JUL 2026

Social Studies J.S.S 1 Second Term

WEEK 6

Cultural differences in Nigeria

Performance Objectives

Students should be able:

1. Identify the cultural differences among Nigerians.

Content

Cultural Differences in Nigeria

There are various differences in the cultural practices of the Nigerian people and they are as follows:

1. Language: This is of the most remarkable difference which distinguishes one culture from the other in Nigeria. We have over 250 indigenous languages in the country.

2. Religion: Apart from the two major religions: Christianity and Islam, there are various traditional religious beliefs in Nigeria.

3. Arts and Crafts: This also differs. For instance, while those in the south engage in wood carving, the northerners engage in leather works.

4. Food: …