10 Largest Tribes In Nigeria!!!
Please dont get deceived by pictures created by Igbo or false population figures.
Igbos are not larger than Ijaw in population.


Why haven't Igbos use their false population figure and become President already.
The Niger Delta groups cry 24/7 that Ijaw Marginalize them and lord it over them in all ways.


Where Ijaw occupy in the Niger Delta is as big as Igbo land.
Igbos are not larger than Ijaw in population.


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I just searched this on the Internet and this was exactly how it is in all sites.


Nigeria has been referred to as "The Giant of Africa," due to the large population and distinct economic achievements in comparison to countries that surround this land. Nigeria is found in West Africa and borders Benin, Chad, Cameroon, and Niger. Nigeria is a fascinating country; in the 36 states and Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria, there are over 500 ethnic groups and over 500 languages spoken! Explore the eight largest ethnic groups in Nigeria below:

Hausa

The Hausa are the biggest ethnic group in Nigeria. With estimates of their population reaching 67 million, Hausa make up approximately 25% of the Nigerian population. The Hausa culture is homogenized, meaning, throughout Nigeria, the Hausa culture is extremely similar. Hausa are known for raising cattle and other stock, growing crops and trading. Hausa are also recognized for practicing Islam as their main religion. Being the largest ethnic group in Nigeria, Hausa have always been some of the main players in Nigerian politics since Nigeria was granted independence from Britain in 1960.


Yoruba

Individuals who designate themselves as Yoruba make up approximately 19% of the population of Nigeria, making them the second biggest ethnic group in the country. Yoruba are usually identified as Christian or Muslim, although a lot of Yoruba still uphold traditional aspects of their ancestors' religious practices and beliefs. This ethnic group upholds many cultural traditions, including music and culture festivals, traditional Yoruba art, and conventional architecture. The Yoruba culture has historically relied on large populations in a centralized location and an Oba (King).

Igbo

The Igbo people of Nigeria make up approximately 17% of the population. They have long been opposed to Sharia law in Nigeria, with most Igbo identifying as Christian. Igbo society, unlike the Hausa and Yoruba, is non-hierarchical and not reliant on a centralized society. The Igbo are an essential part of the oil trade in Nigeria's southeastern region. In 1967, Igbo fought with the Nigerian government to achieve independence. This was a two and a half year battle in which Igbo people were subjected to brutal conditions, many starving to death during this time. Since this war, Igbo have been reintegrated into Nigerian society; a lot Igbo still feel marginalized by the status quo in Nigeria.


Ijaw

The Ijaw live in the Niger River Delta area of Nigeria and constitute around 14% of the population of the country. The Ijaw have historically had tensions with the rest of the Nigerian population. The lands in which the Ijaw inhabit are extremely oil-rich. This is bittersweet for the Ijaw people, as oil exploration has subjected their land to ecological vulnerability. Mismanagement of these oil revenues has kept a substantial amount of the wealth from returning to the Ijaw community. Goodluck Jonathon, the Prime Minister of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015 identifies as an Ijaw, and his election to the highest office in Nigeria was a proud moment for Ijaw people.

Kanuri

The Kanuri people are found in northeastern Nigeria. Their population is believed to be around 4% of Nigeria (approximately 4,000,000). The regions in which Kanuri live are largely impractical for outsiders to reach. Kanuri people are predominately Sunni Muslims. Boko Haram, an Islamist insurgent group in the North of Nigeria, are mostly of Kanuri descent. This group seeks to express many of the Kanuri grievances towards the Nigerian government. Although the Kanuri culture is rich with tradition, Boko Haram are using their lands as a base for operations, and innocent Kanuri people have been subjected to violence and Sharia law.


Fulani

Since the Fulani War (1804-1808), the Fulani people have been intertwined with the Hausa of Nigeria. This is largely due to intermarriage and Fulani living among the Hausa population. Fulani and Hausa together make up approximately 29% of the population of Nigeria. Fulani adopted Islam early, and a large section of the Fulani people are recognized as excellent Islamic clerics. Along with the Hausa, Fulani people have also been a dominant presence in the sphere of Nigerian politics since independence in 1960.

Ibibio

The Ibibio, mostly found in southeastern Nigeria, have a rich oral history passed down through generations. These people have lived in this part of Nigeria for several hundred years. This ethnic group numbers approximately 4.5 million which is equivalent to 3.5% of the population of Nigeria. Ibibio people in the region also inquired (with the British Crown) to become their own sovereign nation within Nigeria (pre-independence). Today, Ibibio predominantly identify themselves as Christian. Ibibio has an amazing artistic culture, most known for creating intricate wooden masks and carvings.


Tiv

The ethnic group known as Tiv are well known for their agricultural produce and the trading of this produce. This is one of the only sources of income for the group. The Tiv people all trace their ancestry back to an ancient individual also named Tiv, who had two sons. Some Tiv people identify as Christians, even less as Muslim. The traditional religion of Tiv, based on manipulations of forces by humans who have been entrusted by a creator God, remains strong within the Tiv populace. Tiv only make up 3.5% of the Nigerian population, making them one of the smaller ethnic groups within the country.

Other Ethnic Groups In Nigeria

The remaining ethnic groups in Nigeria make up 12% of the Nigerian population. These groups include Ebira, Edo, Gwari, Jukun, and Igala, to name a few. The middle belt of Nigeria is well known for its diversity, with many of these remaining groups living in this part of the country. Although Nigeria is rich in her diverse ethnicity, many of these groups mentioned above live segregated from others. Most ethnic groups in Nigeria have formed illegal vigilante or militia groups, protecting their interests from other groups within the country.


Largest Ethnic Groups In Nigeria

Rank Ethnic Group Share of Nigerian Population
1 Hausa 25.1%
2 Yoruba 19.0%
3 Igbo 17.0%
4 Ijaw 14.0%
5 Kanuri 4.0%
6 Fulani 3.9%
7 Ibibio 3.5%
8 Tiv 2.5%
* Other Groups 12%
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It should have been WAZOBIABO or something.
Ijaw is never ever a minority tribe.
You see Ijaw everyday but they don't carry it on their heads.

Ijaw is never a minority tribe at all at all.


Whenever we see majority three tribes without Ijaw being part of it those of us who know Ijaw well feel very insulted.


Ijaw is never ever a minority tribe.

I don't understand your introduction

how are the igbos the center of attention in ur text, igbos no the claim anything abeg, but they're very large,

they occupy about 90% of their homeland and at least 20% of their host territory
not just Nigeria. in Ghana ,Togo, UK, Germany, they are damn everywhere. so I don't really understand you and why igbos were spelled out.

and besides, that statistics is wrong

the Fulanis are far larger than the hausa's so u know,

back to your introduction

have u seen any Hausa president in Nigeria.

javaguru:
I don't understand your introduction

how are the igbos the center of attention in ur text, igbos no the claim anything abeg, but they're very large,

they occupy about 90% of their homeland and at least 20% of their host territory
not just Nigeria. in Ghana

Igbos pick on Ijaw first.
Always its so.

Igbos have become so cool like ice water since this Peter Obi matter start.

Igbos the trouble makers of Nairaland

Ijaw. Those minorities Living in the creeks, claiming other minorities in delta area as their own tribe. Apart from small bayalsea, that they have 60-75% majority. They are just minorities in others State of Nigeria.

Carry trophy for you having more population than Igbos. Goodnight and sleep in piss.

No time for bigotry right now

Dvdpity:
Ijaw. Those minorities Living in the creeks, claiming other minorities in delta area as their own tribe. Apart from small bayalsea, that they have 60-75% majority. They are just minorities in others State of Nigeria.

Mr man Igbos are not larger than Ijaw in population
Bayelsa is all Ijaw State Ijaws are in six states.
Half of Rivers State is Ijaw.
Ijaw is the largest group in Rivers State among others.

Igbos are not larger than Ijaws in population so if Ijaw is minority same is Igbo.

666Advocate:
Igbos are not larger than Ijaws in population so if Ijaw is minority same is Igbo.

Ijaw language

''Igbo are not larger than Ijaw in population''

666Advocate:
Igbos are not larger than Ijaws in population so if Ijaw is minority same is Igbo.

But your writeup say otherwise...you gave igbo 17% and ijaw 14...every right thinking individual know that Igbo are more in population than Ijaw people...

Wahala
Not to undermine Ijaw community
I haven't interact with an Ijaw person all my year of existence
And I have been to nine states in Nigeria

666Advocate:
Igbos are not larger than Ijaws in population so if Ijaw is minority same is Igbo.

y u dey vex, Watin really happen

talk to me.

Niwdog:
Wahala
Not to undermine Ijaw community
I haven't interact with an Ijaw person all my year of existence
And I have been to nine states in Nigeria

You see Ijaw everyday.

Olaoluwa122:
But your writeup say otherwise...you gave igbo 17% and ijaw 14...every right thinking individual know that Igbo are more in population than Ijaw people...

I only forwarded what is on the internet.

666Advocate:


You see Ijaw everyday.

maybe

And the subject of contention here is "IGBO"..

Igbos be giving some people sleepless nights..

80% of igbos don't even know that there are people called ijaw..

Prior to the emergence of good luck Jonathan as the president I personally never knew any thing about ijaw,the only ijaw I knew was dry Jin popularly called Kai Kai (in my village we call it ijaw),I have been to many places in Nigeria but I have never meet an ijaw person..


I have nothing against ijaw people because I never had any thing to do with them..

Smoke55:
And the subject of contention here is "IGBO"..

Igbos be giving some people sleepless nights..

80% of igbos don't even know that there are people called ijaw..

Prior to the emergence of good luck Jonathan as the president I personally never knew any thing about ijaw,the only ijaw I knew was dry Jin popularly called Kai Kai (in my village we call it ijaw),I have been to many places in Nigeria but I have never meet an ijaw person..


I have nothing against ijaw people because I never had any thing to do with them..

Bros?
You meet Ijaw everyday.
Truth be told.

666Advocate:



Bros?
You meet Ijaw everyday.
Truth be told.

maybe you even no me more than myself..

Who knows...