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Romance / Re: J by EmptyGarden(m): 3:48pm On Jun 16, 2022
Una take mouth marry, make una still take mouth divorce... It should be easy. When you serious, nobody go tell you to pack ya load.

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Romance / Re: &@& by EmptyGarden(m): 1:53am On Jun 14, 2022
Interesting... I'd like to see how this ends.
Celebrities / Re: "Pants Are For People With Smelly Vagina" - Huddah Monroe Says by EmptyGarden(m): 12:35am On Jun 14, 2022
That's a proud owner of a smelly kpekus up there!
Celebrities / Re: This One Pass Kelly: Reactions As Pretty Lady Twerks Hard Like Bhadie Kelly. Pic by EmptyGarden(m): 7:42am On Jun 13, 2022
This one face too strong.

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Family / Re: Two Idols Found Which May Symbolize A Couple Bonded Together by EmptyGarden(m): 12:59pm On Jun 12, 2022
"sand is been drilled"... Una dey speak English o

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Romance / Re: Please Is This Right Or Wrong by EmptyGarden(m): 6:32am On Jun 09, 2022
What will she suck to prove hers?
Politics / Re: Update: See How The Python Killed By Calabar Man Ended by EmptyGarden(m): 7:46pm On Jun 04, 2022
Hmmmmn ophidian BBQ. I'd give anything not to taste.
Politics / Re: See The 10 Largest Tribes In Nigeria!!! by EmptyGarden(m): 9:31am On Jun 04, 2022
GeneralDitari:
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 21% 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 18% 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 10% 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 21.0%
3 Igbo 18.0%
4 Ijaw 10.0%
5 Kanuri 4.0%
6 Fulani 3.9%
7 Ibibio 3.5%
8 Tiv 2.5%
* Other Groups 12%
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And they made Goodluck Jonathan Prime Minister.
Politics / Re: Buhari: Bola Tinubu Personally Explains Ogun State Outburst by EmptyGarden(m): 6:24am On Jun 04, 2022
When in a hole, stop digging.

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Celebrities / Re: Tiwa Savage: I Want A Man That Matches My Energy (video) by EmptyGarden(m): 8:28pm On Jun 03, 2022
Sister no worry, we don see you ontop table... Zero energy needed.

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Celebrities / Re: "I Was Just Down To F**k!" Kim Kardashian Admits She Went For Pete Davidson .... by EmptyGarden(m): 8:22pm On Jun 02, 2022
See as she resemble faun.
Celebrities / Re: Video As Zubby Michael And Atiku Daughter Together by EmptyGarden(m): 7:16pm On Jun 02, 2022
Sister no open o.... Hmmmmmn
Romance / Re: Does This Make Scense? by EmptyGarden(m): 5:59pm On Jun 02, 2022
Go and test for malaria.
Politics / Re: What If War Breaks Out In Nigeria? by EmptyGarden(m): 3:45pm On Jun 02, 2022
Are there no better "what ifs" to consider?

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Politics / Re: Atiku Hosts Ikpeazu In His Abuja Home: Pictures by EmptyGarden(m): 3:43pm On Jun 02, 2022
The home that's active once every four years.

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Romance / Re: Were These Pics Staged? by EmptyGarden(m): 11:02am On Jun 02, 2022
No look face o... This one na Lagos-Ibadan.

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Nairaland / General / Re: How Often Do You Deworm? by EmptyGarden(m): 10:56am On Jun 02, 2022
Na until my belle pain me o... Or make noise grin
Health / Re: How A Port Harcourt Lady Died From BBL Surgery In Lagos (pictures) by EmptyGarden(m): 7:03am On Jun 02, 2022
Men are scum o, but una no go rest... Always enhancing for men. Smh
Politics / Re: Sheikh Gumi: Bandits, Herdsmen Should Get Their Own Ministry Like Niger Delta by EmptyGarden(m): 5:44am On Jun 02, 2022
So this criminal is still breathing?

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Crime / Re: Friend Of Port Harcourt Big Girl Who Died From Plastic Surgery Confronted Doctor by EmptyGarden(m): 4:56am On Jun 02, 2022
They'll never learn.

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Family / Re: Nigerian Man Cries As Wives In Germany Now Send Out Husbands For €220 (video) by EmptyGarden(m): 4:51pm On Jun 01, 2022
JovialJune:



How many men will want to take care of their kids themselves?
You have no idea my dear. I'm witnessing one as I write... A man taking care of his 4 young children the wife left behind (she left the marriage), and the man is doing a good job at it.

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Foreign Affairs / Re: Reactions as Zimbabweans Selling Their Toes For Thousands Of Dollars $ (video) by EmptyGarden(m): 7:23am On Jun 01, 2022
The devil is now fighting dirty....

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Romance / Re: Help Out I Got Two Girls Pregnant by EmptyGarden(m): 5:08am On Jun 01, 2022
Oya use your hand clean this nonsense you write!

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Family / Re: Nigerian Man Cries As Wives In Germany Now Send Out Husbands For €220 (video) by EmptyGarden(m): 5:05am On Jun 01, 2022
cy4cent:
If Nigerian Government starts paying child support, majority of Nigerian men will be just sperm donors. Most women stay in bad marriages because of their children's upkeep.
You make it sound like the children belong to the women.

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Celebrities / Re: Fan Touched Coi Leray Below The Waist And She Got Mad (pictures And Video) by EmptyGarden(m): 1:04am On Jun 01, 2022
Who be this one?

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Politics / Re: Atiku Will Provide Jobs, Create Opportunities And Secure Nigeria – Reno Omokri by EmptyGarden(m): 1:38pm On May 30, 2022
Sounds like "Vote for Jagua, Vote for pepper soup".
Politics / Re: Ahmed Idris: EFCC Uncovers Another ₦90b ‘Fraud’ Against Accountant-General by EmptyGarden(m): 5:31am On May 30, 2022
They're not even looting from what we have anymore... They're now desperately borrowing to loot.
I'd like to see Bawa beam the same light on his uncle, Malamungu.

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Politics / Re: Cameroonian Ambazonia Militants Invade Nigeria, Gun Down 20 In Cross River State by EmptyGarden(m): 3:02am On May 30, 2022
Galaxyowerri:
Nigeria is actually a very weak country.
Seems to be worse under this administration.

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Crime / Re: Man Matches His Wife And Son At Psychiatric Road, Port Harcourt.video And Photo. by EmptyGarden(m): 4:36am On May 28, 2022
Mental health.
Food / Re: How I Urgently Made a Combination of Crayfish Stew With Eggs. by EmptyGarden(m): 3:29am On May 25, 2022
FERNANDEZISBACK:
You have an African hand.. grin
Looks manly.. wink
You for like change am to Asian hand? undecided

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Culture / Re: Nigerian Man Serving In US Army Drinks Garri During Training by EmptyGarden(m): 7:40pm On May 16, 2022
My broda try... Belle no be showcase.
Romance / Re: Eye Test: Can You Tell What Exactly Is Happening In This PHOTO? by EmptyGarden(m): 7:37pm On May 16, 2022
Young Kanye.

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