Folklore is the tales, legends or superstitions of a particular ethnic group. It is also a traditional art, written fiction of a high standard, knowledge, and practices that were to pass down through oral poetry. The word folklore was originated or coined by a British man William Thoms in 1846, the study for folklore is known as folkloristics.

Nigeria folklore is a traditional belief were every ethnic group in Nigeria has its story to tell. folklore became a popular game in 1846 but one cannot rightfully state the date when folklore started because its myths and legends have been in the beginning of the earth. One cannot call folklore a culture but it could be seen as beliefs that initiate from tales, legends, and superstitions. It is an ancient pastime of Nigerians to relax and have fun at break time or after a hard day’s work. Though some locals in Nigeria still engage in folklore games and prefer it to any civilization.
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