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Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Ikinternational: 11:57pm On Nov 16, 2021
johnmartus:
Edo is more educated than igbo yes .
Guy I can send some girls your way if you need attention this badly

Edo state
Edo tribe
Edo wetin
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by johnmartus(m): 12:17am On Nov 17, 2021
Then I have 3 professors in my department hailed from bini .
vanbonattel:
Fulanis are much more educated than Edo people, there is no Edo man with PHD.

FACT.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Fernandeswagger(m): 1:58am On Nov 17, 2021
paltielx:
U don't know what u are writing, calabar is not a tribe but rather a city and state capital. The people there are the EFIK people, efik is not in ibibio tribe, no igbos not also in ibibio
I'm hearing for the first time that Calabar is now a tribe!!! grin

Goes to show the OP didn't do proper research before publishing this write up.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Idiko1: 4:38am On Nov 17, 2021
seunolu7:
Top 10 Most Educated Tribes In Nigeria



We’ll untangle the confusing, difficult, and unclear position of Nigeria’s most educated tribe below. Below is the list of the most educated tribes in Nigeria.

10. Isoko
This is a lesser-known minority group from the Niger Delta region that is actually well-educated. The Isoko people are an ethnic or cultural group who live in the Delta and Bayelsa states of Nigeria. They are a people from southern Nigeria, near the Niger delta in the northwestern part of the country. The 36 states of the Federal Republic of Nigeria include Delta State and Bayelsa State. There are noteworthy people in the education field, and the tribe is among Nigeria’s top ten most educated tribes.


9. Ibibio
The Ibibio are a group of people from southern Nigeria who live along the coast. They are predominantly located in the states of Akwa Ibom and Cross River; they are also from the Niger Delta region and are among the country’s most educated tribes.


They are linked to the Efik and Annang Igbo peoples. During Nigeria’s colonial period, the Ibibio Union petitioned the British for recognition as an independent nation.
8. Calabar
Calabar is a port city near the Cameroon border in southern Nigeria. Cross River State’s capital is located on a hill near the Calabar River and the Cross River delta. The city’s older portions, such as Henshaw Town, Duke Town, and the waterfront area, are filled with British colonial architecture. Duke Town Cathedral is one of Nigeria’s oldest cathedrals, dating back to the 19th century. The river may be seen from the surrounding cemetery. Calabar is ranked number eight on our list.

Although the comedic accent portrayed in Nollywood films has raised some doubt. We have a lot of educated Calabar folks who don’t have awful intonation.

7. Ijaw
The Ijaw people live in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, in the states of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Ondo, and Rivers. As migratory fishers, they can be found in camps as far west as Sierra Leone and as far east as Gabon. The Ijaws have a population of 3.7 million people, according to various estimates. This group of people includes educated individuals. Through education, Ijaw people seek knowledge, self-improvement, and self-development. Ijaw has a significant number of educated people; suffice it to say, the tribe is among Nigeria’s most educated.

6. Itsekiri
The Itsekiri are a Yoruba subgroup from Delta State in Nigeria’s Niger Delta. The Itsekiris are people who live largely in the Delta State local government districts of Warri South, Warri North, and Warri southwest on Nigeria’s Atlantic coast. This is one of Nigeria’s most well-educated tribes.

The Tribes listed above are remarkable for having a large number of educated members. They are thought to be among the Top 10 Tribes in Nigeria with the most educated individuals, according to studies.

5. Urhobo
The Urhobos are people who live in southern Nigeria, near the Niger Delta in the northwest. The Urhobo ethnic group is the largest ethnic group in Delta State, one of Nigeria’s 36 states. The Urhobo language is spoken by the Urhobos. Rather than a location, the term Urhobo refers to a group of people. This group is well-educated and enters pastoral ministry, which means they have a higher level of influence over their followers.

4. Edo
Edo State is one of the Nigerian states, located in the country’s southern portion. When it comes to civilization, the Edo tribe is one of the most civilized in the country, owing to their high rate of illegal migration to other countries and other factors.

Someone can, nevertheless, claim to be cultured but uneducated. The Edo people are cultured and educated and can be considered among the country’s best-educated. Benin Metropolis, the state capital, and largest city in Nigeria’s fourth-largest city and the heart of the country’s rubber industry. The Edo people are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Edo people can be found in almost every field. You’d be hard-pressed to find an Edo man who isn’t educated.

3. Hausa people
For Hausa tribes, I remove the cap. This tribe is among Nigeria’s most well-educated. Look about you and you’ll notice plenty of reasons why they should be ranked third. The Hausa people are the most powerful in politics. They understand politics, and leadership requires educated individuals. There are as many educated Hausas as there are illiterates in Hausa land, but the educated Hausas and their output outnumber the illiterates.


2. Igbo People
When it comes to Nigeria’s educated tribes, this group is the talk of the town. Academically and economically, the Igbo people are fortunate. Take it from me: an Igbo man in business is just like an Igbo man in school. He is hardworking and successful. Igbo people also have high number of graduates, learned people, and so on.

1. Yoruba
Yorubas are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Yoruba people have a reputation for being in top positions. This indicates that they are well-educated. Education is the only way to become a senior executive in a large corporation where the Yoruba tribe is dominant. In Nigeria, the Yoruba people were the first to adopt western education, which caused them to recognize the importance of education early on. They are Nigeria’s most educated tribe.
Not really!!!! The returnees in Lagos Colony seemed to blindfold most Nigerians on this subject matter. After Igbo and Yoruba, no ethnic group is more educated than Ibibio in Nigeria.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Idiko1: 4:43am On Nov 17, 2021
Sergio101:
IGBO tribe is the people leading in education now
Not only now but before the birth of Nigeria.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Godons1: 5:30am On Nov 17, 2021
Poiu11:
the igbo are the most educated ethnic group
Na lie. Over 60% no dey go School grin

Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by juniorstar(m): 6:12am On Nov 17, 2021
seunolu7:
Top 10 Most Educated Tribes In Nigeria



We’ll untangle the confusing, difficult, and unclear position of Nigeria’s most educated tribe below. Below is the list of the most educated tribes in Nigeria.

10. Isoko
This is a lesser-known minority group from the Niger Delta region that is actually well-educated. The Isoko people are an ethnic or cultural group who live in the Delta and Bayelsa states of Nigeria. They are a people from southern Nigeria, near the Niger delta in the northwestern part of the country. The 36 states of the Federal Republic of Nigeria include Delta State and Bayelsa State. There are noteworthy people in the education field, and the tribe is among Nigeria’s top ten most educated tribes.


9. Ibibio
The Ibibio are a group of people from southern Nigeria who live along the coast. They are predominantly located in the states of Akwa Ibom and Cross River; they are also from the Niger Delta region and are among the country’s most educated tribes.


They are linked to the Efik and Annang Igbo peoples. During Nigeria’s colonial period, the Ibibio Union petitioned the British for recognition as an independent nation.
8. Calabar
Calabar is a port city near the Cameroon border in southern Nigeria. Cross River State’s capital is located on a hill near the Calabar River and the Cross River delta. The city’s older portions, such as Henshaw Town, Duke Town, and the waterfront area, are filled with British colonial architecture. Duke Town Cathedral is one of Nigeria’s oldest cathedrals, dating back to the 19th century. The river may be seen from the surrounding cemetery. Calabar is ranked number eight on our list.

Although the comedic accent portrayed in Nollywood films has raised some doubt. We have a lot of educated Calabar folks who don’t have awful intonation.

7. Ijaw
The Ijaw people live in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, in the states of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Ondo, and Rivers. As migratory fishers, they can be found in camps as far west as Sierra Leone and as far east as Gabon. The Ijaws have a population of 3.7 million people, according to various estimates. This group of people includes educated individuals. Through education, Ijaw people seek knowledge, self-improvement, and self-development. Ijaw has a significant number of educated people; suffice it to say, the tribe is among Nigeria’s most educated.

6. Itsekiri
The Itsekiri are a Yoruba subgroup from Delta State in Nigeria’s Niger Delta. The Itsekiris are people who live largely in the Delta State local government districts of Warri South, Warri North, and Warri southwest on Nigeria’s Atlantic coast. This is one of Nigeria’s most well-educated tribes.

The Tribes listed above are remarkable for having a large number of educated members. They are thought to be among the Top 10 Tribes in Nigeria with the most educated individuals, according to studies.

5. Urhobo
The Urhobos are people who live in southern Nigeria, near the Niger Delta in the northwest. The Urhobo ethnic group is the largest ethnic group in Delta State, one of Nigeria’s 36 states. The Urhobo language is spoken by the Urhobos. Rather than a location, the term Urhobo refers to a group of people. This group is well-educated and enters pastoral ministry, which means they have a higher level of influence over their followers.

4. Edo
Edo State is one of the Nigerian states, located in the country’s southern portion. When it comes to civilization, the Edo tribe is one of the most civilized in the country, owing to their high rate of illegal migration to other countries and other factors.

Someone can, nevertheless, claim to be cultured but uneducated. The Edo people are cultured and educated and can be considered among the country’s best-educated. Benin Metropolis, the state capital, and largest city in Nigeria’s fourth-largest city and the heart of the country’s rubber industry. The Edo people are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Edo people can be found in almost every field. You’d be hard-pressed to find an Edo man who isn’t educated.

3. Hausa people
For Hausa tribes, I remove the cap. This tribe is among Nigeria’s most well-educated. Look about you and you’ll notice plenty of reasons why they should be ranked third. The Hausa people are the most powerful in politics. They understand politics, and leadership requires educated individuals. There are as many educated Hausas as there are illiterates in Hausa land, but the educated Hausas and their output outnumber the illiterates.


2. Igbo People
When it comes to Nigeria’s educated tribes, this group is the talk of the town. Academically and economically, the Igbo people are fortunate. Take it from me: an Igbo man in business is just like an Igbo man in school. He is hardworking and successful. Igbo people also have high number of graduates, learned people, and so on.

1. Yoruba
Yorubas are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Yoruba people have a reputation for being in top positions. This indicates that they are well-educated. Education is the only way to become a senior executive in a large corporation where the Yoruba tribe is dominant. In Nigeria, the Yoruba people were the first to adopt western education, which caused them to recognize the importance of education early on. They are Nigeria’s most educated tribe.
Lol...that is why we would continue to live in the shadows of the white man. What's the use of education when you cant solve the immediate needs of your community. We have book knowledge but an educated man is meant to solve problems and not to cram and poor or use the so called position for personal aggrandizement. Nigerian simply needed to use the white mans education and streamline it with our own uniqueness. Now anything african/Nigerian is termed old school or not modernized rubbing us of our rich heritage..what do we get in return..diabetes, obesity,cancer, hypertension.
In my view you are not really educated until you begin to solve the felt need in your locale.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Jeon(f): 6:26am On Nov 17, 2021
vanbonattel:
You hausa people has been insulting fulanis for a long time. How can you say they don't go to school?

You have to understand me na? grin
we don't go to school oooh.

we are almajiris and we normally sit-down under dogo Yaro tree..

gringringrin


good morning
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Felimax(m): 6:47am On Nov 17, 2021
Jeon:
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no be abuse the one's around me twist English with ibo tongue. [ in drama you can easy notice them by the tones and pronunciations of words.
]

in my opinion I will only believe if ur @bolded is directed to edo tribes.
but you can hardly find edo with tongue twisting.
Tongue twisting or not. How can somebody claim that there is no Ibo person that cannot speak English fluently? Abi, we nor know Ibo people again?
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Jeon(f): 7:04am On Nov 17, 2021
Felimax:
Tongue twisting or not. How can somebody claim that there is no Ibo person that cannot speak English fluently? Abi, we nor know Ibo people again?
Can you tell if a person is from Edo by their speaking? NO BECAUSE THEY SPEAK ENGLISH FLUENTLY.


my ibo families must attached their native tongue.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by amsad19(m): 8:06am On Nov 17, 2021
In Adamawa state alone, we have over 78 tribes, and hausa in not included, I don't know where you got this your statistics, but it's more of 'the top 10 most educated tribes in southern Nigeria.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by moscobabs(m): 8:29am On Nov 17, 2021
seunolu7:
Top 10 Most Educated Tribes In Nigeria



We’ll untangle the confusing, difficult, and unclear position of Nigeria’s most educated tribe below. Below is the list of the most educated tribes in Nigeria.

10. Isoko
This is a lesser-known minority group from the Niger Delta region that is actually well-educated. The Isoko people are an ethnic or cultural group who live in the Delta and Bayelsa states of Nigeria. They are a people from southern Nigeria, near the Niger delta in the northwestern part of the country. The 36 states of the Federal Republic of Nigeria include Delta State and Bayelsa State. There are noteworthy people in the education field, and the tribe is among Nigeria’s top ten most educated tribes.


9. Ibibio
The Ibibio are a group of people from southern Nigeria who live along the coast. They are predominantly located in the states of Akwa Ibom and Cross River; they are also from the Niger Delta region and are among the country’s most educated tribes.


They are linked to the Efik and Annang Igbo peoples. During Nigeria’s colonial period, the Ibibio Union petitioned the British for recognition as an independent nation.
8. Calabar
Calabar is a port city near the Cameroon border in southern Nigeria. Cross River State’s capital is located on a hill near the Calabar River and the Cross River delta. The city’s older portions, such as Henshaw Town, Duke Town, and the waterfront area, are filled with British colonial architecture. Duke Town Cathedral is one of Nigeria’s oldest cathedrals, dating back to the 19th century. The river may be seen from the surrounding cemetery. Calabar is ranked number eight on our list.

Although the comedic accent portrayed in Nollywood films has raised some doubt. We have a lot of educated Calabar folks who don’t have awful intonation.

7. Ijaw
The Ijaw people live in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, in the states of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Ondo, and Rivers. As migratory fishers, they can be found in camps as far west as Sierra Leone and as far east as Gabon. The Ijaws have a population of 3.7 million people, according to various estimates. This group of people includes educated individuals. Through education, Ijaw people seek knowledge, self-improvement, and self-development. Ijaw has a significant number of educated people; suffice it to say, the tribe is among Nigeria’s most educated.

6. Itsekiri
The Itsekiri are a Yoruba subgroup from Delta State in Nigeria’s Niger Delta. The Itsekiris are people who live largely in the Delta State local government districts of Warri South, Warri North, and Warri southwest on Nigeria’s Atlantic coast. This is one of Nigeria’s most well-educated tribes.

The Tribes listed above are remarkable for having a large number of educated members. They are thought to be among the Top 10 Tribes in Nigeria with the most educated individuals, according to studies.

5. Urhobo
The Urhobos are people who live in southern Nigeria, near the Niger Delta in the northwest. The Urhobo ethnic group is the largest ethnic group in Delta State, one of Nigeria’s 36 states. The Urhobo language is spoken by the Urhobos. Rather than a location, the term Urhobo refers to a group of people. This group is well-educated and enters pastoral ministry, which means they have a higher level of influence over their followers.

4. Edo
Edo State is one of the Nigerian states, located in the country’s southern portion. When it comes to civilization, the Edo tribe is one of the most civilized in the country, owing to their high rate of illegal migration to other countries and other factors.

Someone can, nevertheless, claim to be cultured but uneducated. The Edo people are cultured and educated and can be considered among the country’s best-educated. Benin Metropolis, the state capital, and largest city in Nigeria’s fourth-largest city and the heart of the country’s rubber industry. The Edo people are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Edo people can be found in almost every field. You’d be hard-pressed to find an Edo man who isn’t educated.

3. Hausa people
For Hausa tribes, I remove the cap. This tribe is among Nigeria’s most well-educated. Look about you and you’ll notice plenty of reasons why they should be ranked third. The Hausa people are the most powerful in politics. They understand politics, and leadership requires educated individuals. There are as many educated Hausas as there are illiterates in Hausa land, but the educated Hausas and their output outnumber the illiterates.


2. Igbo People
When it comes to Nigeria’s educated tribes, this group is the talk of the town. Academically and economically, the Igbo people are fortunate. Take it from me: an Igbo man in business is just like an Igbo man in school. He is hardworking and successful. Igbo people also have high number of graduates, learned people, and so on.

1. Yoruba
Yorubas are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Yoruba people have a reputation for being in top positions. This indicates that they are well-educated. Education is the only way to become a senior executive in a large corporation where the Yoruba tribe is dominant. In Nigeria, the Yoruba people were the first to adopt western education, which caused them to recognize the importance of education early on. They are Nigeria’s most educated tribe.
Fulani are more educated than Hausa.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by raindroup(m): 8:42am On Nov 17, 2021
An urhobo man will go hungry just to pay his son school fees, south South don't play with education right from beginning.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by raindroup(m): 8:42am On Nov 17, 2021
moscobabs:
Fulani are more educated than Hausa.
Nonsense talk
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by iKwaffy: 8:53am On Nov 17, 2021
You people like to Tribalize everything

Why can't I find Tiv people on the List huh
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Oduduwa707: 8:58am On Nov 17, 2021
Yoruba be god in Nigeria!
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Nobody: 9:07am On Nov 17, 2021
Yoruba ke? Lie from the pit of hell
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by FAvE47(m): 9:17am On Nov 17, 2021
vanbonattel:
Guy, I don't like when people just type words just to hurt a particular tribe. It's wrong for you to say Fulani are not among the most educated tribes in Africa.


This is wrong! !!!

Please give them the respect they deserve. Pantami is now a PHD holder and he's from the north. The north is trying and we must give them credit for that.
just one man from the north got PH.D and the whole world will not rest, how about thousands proffs. from other tribe
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by KanoFirstSon: 9:38am On Nov 17, 2021
Ikinternational:
I’m just patiently waiting on top 10 biggest penis by tribe

Let’s settle this matter once n for all

The study we’ve been clamoring for
Your biafran bros have the smallest phallus na. Studies have shown that
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by KanoFirstSon: 9:40am On Nov 17, 2021
seunolu7:
Top 10 Most Educated Tribes In Nigeria



We’ll untangle the confusing, difficult, and unclear position of Nigeria’s most educated tribe below. Below is the list of the most educated tribes in Nigeria.

10. Isoko
This is a lesser-known minority group from the Niger Delta region that is actually well-educated. The Isoko people are an ethnic or cultural group who live in the Delta and Bayelsa states of Nigeria. They are a people from southern Nigeria, near the Niger delta in the northwestern part of the country. The 36 states of the Federal Republic of Nigeria include Delta State and Bayelsa State. There are noteworthy people in the education field, and the tribe is among Nigeria’s top ten most educated tribes.


9. Ibibio
The Ibibio are a group of people from southern Nigeria who live along the coast. They are predominantly located in the states of Akwa Ibom and Cross River; they are also from the Niger Delta region and are among the country’s most educated tribes.


They are linked to the Efik and Annang Igbo peoples. During Nigeria’s colonial period, the Ibibio Union petitioned the British for recognition as an independent nation.
8. Calabar
Calabar is a port city near the Cameroon border in southern Nigeria. Cross River State’s capital is located on a hill near the Calabar River and the Cross River delta. The city’s older portions, such as Henshaw Town, Duke Town, and the waterfront area, are filled with British colonial architecture. Duke Town Cathedral is one of Nigeria’s oldest cathedrals, dating back to the 19th century. The river may be seen from the surrounding cemetery. Calabar is ranked number eight on our list.

Although the comedic accent portrayed in Nollywood films has raised some doubt. We have a lot of educated Calabar folks who don’t have awful intonation.

7. Ijaw
The Ijaw people live in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, in the states of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Ondo, and Rivers. As migratory fishers, they can be found in camps as far west as Sierra Leone and as far east as Gabon. The Ijaws have a population of 3.7 million people, according to various estimates. This group of people includes educated individuals. Through education, Ijaw people seek knowledge, self-improvement, and self-development. Ijaw has a significant number of educated people; suffice it to say, the tribe is among Nigeria’s most educated.

6. Itsekiri
The Itsekiri are a Yoruba subgroup from Delta State in Nigeria’s Niger Delta. The Itsekiris are people who live largely in the Delta State local government districts of Warri South, Warri North, and Warri southwest on Nigeria’s Atlantic coast. This is one of Nigeria’s most well-educated tribes.

The Tribes listed above are remarkable for having a large number of educated members. They are thought to be among the Top 10 Tribes in Nigeria with the most educated individuals, according to studies.

5. Urhobo
The Urhobos are people who live in southern Nigeria, near the Niger Delta in the northwest. The Urhobo ethnic group is the largest ethnic group in Delta State, one of Nigeria’s 36 states. The Urhobo language is spoken by the Urhobos. Rather than a location, the term Urhobo refers to a group of people. This group is well-educated and enters pastoral ministry, which means they have a higher level of influence over their followers.

4. Edo
Edo State is one of the Nigerian states, located in the country’s southern portion. When it comes to civilization, the Edo tribe is one of the most civilized in the country, owing to their high rate of illegal migration to other countries and other factors.

Someone can, nevertheless, claim to be cultured but uneducated. The Edo people are cultured and educated and can be considered among the country’s best-educated. Benin Metropolis, the state capital, and largest city in Nigeria’s fourth-largest city and the heart of the country’s rubber industry. The Edo people are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Edo people can be found in almost every field. You’d be hard-pressed to find an Edo man who isn’t educated.

3. Hausa people
For Hausa tribes, I remove the cap. This tribe is among Nigeria’s most well-educated. Look about you and you’ll notice plenty of reasons why they should be ranked third. The Hausa people are the most powerful in politics. They understand politics, and leadership requires educated individuals. There are as many educated Hausas as there are illiterates in Hausa land, but the educated Hausas and their output outnumber the illiterates.


[s]2. Igbo People
When it comes to Nigeria’s educated tribes, this group is the talk of the town. Academically and economically, the Igbo people are fortunate. Take it from me: an Igbo man in business is just like an Igbo man in school. He is hardworking and successful. Igbo people also have high number of graduates, learned people, and so on.[/s]

1. Yoruba
Yorubas are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Yoruba people have a reputation for being in top positions. This indicates that they are well-educated. Education is the only way to become a senior executive in a large corporation where the Yoruba tribe is dominant. In Nigeria, the Yoruba people were the first to adopt western education, which caused them to recognize the importance of education early on. They are Nigeria’s most educated tribe.
The above cancelled tribe should be on the last row. They’ve shown to be du*b in the past few months. They cheer State actors. Their region is currently impoverished due to foolishness by their beloved ipobians
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Valuepaints20(m): 10:39am On Nov 17, 2021
seunolu7:
Top 10 Most Educated Tribes In Nigeria



We’ll untangle the confusing, difficult, and unclear position of Nigeria’s most educated tribe below. Below is the list of the most educated tribes in Nigeria.

10. Isoko
This is a lesser-known minority group from the Niger Delta region that is actually well-educated. The Isoko people are an ethnic or cultural group who live in the Delta and Bayelsa states of Nigeria. They are a people from southern Nigeria, near the Niger delta in the northwestern part of the country. The 36 states of the Federal Republic of Nigeria include Delta State and Bayelsa State. There are noteworthy people in the education field, and the tribe is among Nigeria’s top ten most educated tribes.


9. Ibibio
The Ibibio are a group of people from southern Nigeria who live along the coast. They are predominantly located in the states of Akwa Ibom and Cross River; they are also from the Niger Delta region and are among the country’s most educated tribes.


They are linked to the Efik and Annang Igbo peoples. During Nigeria’s colonial period, the Ibibio Union petitioned the British for recognition as an independent nation.
8. Calabar
Calabar is a port city near the Cameroon border in southern Nigeria. Cross River State’s capital is located on a hill near the Calabar River and the Cross River delta. The city’s older portions, such as Henshaw Town, Duke Town, and the waterfront area, are filled with British colonial architecture. Duke Town Cathedral is one of Nigeria’s oldest cathedrals, dating back to the 19th century. The river may be seen from the surrounding cemetery. Calabar is ranked number eight on our list.

Although the comedic accent portrayed in Nollywood films has raised some doubt. We have a lot of educated Calabar folks who don’t have awful intonation.

7. Ijaw
The Ijaw people live in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, in the states of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Ondo, and Rivers. As migratory fishers, they can be found in camps as far west as Sierra Leone and as far east as Gabon. The Ijaws have a population of 3.7 million people, according to various estimates. This group of people includes educated individuals. Through education, Ijaw people seek knowledge, self-improvement, and self-development. Ijaw has a significant number of educated people; suffice it to say, the tribe is among Nigeria’s most educated.

6. Itsekiri
The Itsekiri are a Yoruba subgroup from Delta State in Nigeria’s Niger Delta. The Itsekiris are people who live largely in the Delta State local government districts of Warri South, Warri North, and Warri southwest on Nigeria’s Atlantic coast. This is one of Nigeria’s most well-educated tribes.

The Tribes listed above are remarkable for having a large number of educated members. They are thought to be among the Top 10 Tribes in Nigeria with the most educated individuals, according to studies.

5. Urhobo
The Urhobos are people who live in southern Nigeria, near the Niger Delta in the northwest. The Urhobo ethnic group is the largest ethnic group in Delta State, one of Nigeria’s 36 states. The Urhobo language is spoken by the Urhobos. Rather than a location, the term Urhobo refers to a group of people. This group is well-educated and enters pastoral ministry, which means they have a higher level of influence over their followers.

4. Edo
Edo State is one of the Nigerian states, located in the country’s southern portion. When it comes to civilization, the Edo tribe is one of the most civilized in the country, owing to their high rate of illegal migration to other countries and other factors.

Someone can, nevertheless, claim to be cultured but uneducated. The Edo people are cultured and educated and can be considered among the country’s best-educated. Benin Metropolis, the state capital, and largest city in Nigeria’s fourth-largest city and the heart of the country’s rubber industry. The Edo people are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Edo people can be found in almost every field. You’d be hard-pressed to find an Edo man who isn’t educated.

3. Hausa people
For Hausa tribes, I remove the cap. This tribe is among Nigeria’s most well-educated. Look about you and you’ll notice plenty of reasons why they should be ranked third. The Hausa people are the most powerful in politics. They understand politics, and leadership requires educated individuals. There are as many educated Hausas as there are illiterates in Hausa land, but the educated Hausas and their output outnumber the illiterates.


2. Igbo People
When it comes to Nigeria’s educated tribes, this group is the talk of the town. Academically and economically, the Igbo people are fortunate. Take it from me: an Igbo man in business is just like an Igbo man in school. He is hardworking and successful. Igbo people also have high number of graduates, learned people, and so on.

1. Yoruba
Yorubas are Nigeria’s most educated tribe. Yoruba people have a reputation for being in top positions. This indicates that they are well-educated. Education is the only way to become a senior executive in a large corporation where the Yoruba tribe is dominant. In Nigeria, the Yoruba people were the first to adopt western education, which caused them to recognize the importance of education early on. They are Nigeria’s most educated tribe.
Ok
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by wisdomkid: 11:31am On Nov 17, 2021
Poiu11:
the igbo are the most educated ethnic group
Shut UP! I love and support the igbos, but people like you are the exact reasons why others are weary and hates the tribe. How is Igbo the most educated? How many Anambra people are that educated? Yes, they're astute business people and the wealthiest, whereas the Imolites and Abians who are more educated per population, aren't as wealthy.

Am not Yoruba, Hausa or Igbo, but respect should be given when due... The Yoruba's are the most educated.

Am just surprised to see Hausa's on this list.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by belshazzar(m): 11:37am On Nov 17, 2021
juniorstar:
Lol...that is why we would continue to live in the shadows of the white man. What's the use of education when you cant solve the immediate needs of your community. We have book knowledge but an educated man is meant to solve problems and not to cram and poor or use the so called position for personal aggrandizement. Nigerian simply needed to use the white mans education and streamline it with our own uniqueness. Now anything african/Nigerian is termed old school or not modernized rubbing us of our rich heritage..what do we get in return..diabetes, obesity,cancer, hypertension.
In my view you are not really educated until you begin to solve the felt need in your locale.
Are u educated? If yes,how many problems have u solved? If no, eat up ur comment and opinion.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by juniorstar(m): 12:01pm On Nov 17, 2021
belshazzar:
Are u educated? If yes,how many problems have u solved? If no, eat up ur comment and opinion.
Lol...I save lives on a steady
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by juniorstar(m): 12:02pm On Nov 17, 2021
belshazzar:
Are u educated? If yes,how many problems have u solved? If no, eat up ur comment and opinion.
How have you helped your country..infact d lga of your abode.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Barims: 12:17pm On Nov 17, 2021
Mad people everywhere angry angry angry upon all the education this, education that sad see where the country still dey huh huh huh
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by olaolaking: 3:51pm On Nov 17, 2021
GodIsBiafran:
Any1 that says Yoruba is more educated than Igbo is lying. Igbos are number 1 in every single metric in Nigeria.
Yes! I agree with you.

Category 1.
They are the biggest.
They have highest number of professors.
They are the most populous.
Highest number of lawyers
Highest number of presidents.
They lead in this category.

Category 2.
Best fraud market in the country.
Best hard drug business in the country.
Best....
Best...

Sorry i have to stop.
Thank you
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by GodIsBiafran: 4:11pm On Nov 17, 2021
olaolaking:
Yes! I agree with you.

Category 1.
They are the biggest.
They have highest number of professors.
They are the most populous.
Highest number of lawyers
[s]Highest number of presidents.
They lead in this category.

Category 2.
Best fraud market in the country.
Best hard drug business in the country.
Best....
Best...

Sorry i have to stop.
Thank you[/s]
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Antivirus92(m): 5:15pm On Nov 17, 2021
wisdomkid:
Shut UP! I love and support the igbos, but people like you are the exact reasons why others are weary and hates the tribe. How is Igbo the most educated? How many Anambra people are that educated? Yes, they're astute business people and the wealthiest, whereas the Imolites and Abians who are more educated per population, aren't as wealthy.

Am not Yoruba, Hausa or Igbo, but respect should be given when due... The Yoruba's are the most educated.

Am just surprised to see Hausa's on this list.
anambra people are not educated yet they have chinua achebe, dora akunyili,oby ezekwesili, chike obi ,chimamanda ngozi adichie etc,
All these great scholars are from anambra state alone,,,how then do u measure literacy level if not from the people we are seeing?
mention ur state let's compare them with anambra,,,,
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by wisdomkid: 5:37pm On Nov 17, 2021
Antivirus92:
anambra people are not educated yet they have chinua achebe, dora akunyili,oby ezekwesili, chike obi ,chimamanda ngozi adichie etc,
All these great scholars are from anambra state alone,,,how then do u measure literacy level if not from the people we are seeing?
mention ur state let's compare them with anambra,,,,
They are the least most educated among the igbos. Did I mention anywhere that they're stupid or less intelligent? Nigerians like dragging unnecessary arguments.
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by Antivirus92(m): 5:46pm On Nov 17, 2021
wisdomkid:
They are the least most educated among the igbos. Did I mention anywhere that they're stupid or less intelligent? Nigerians like dragging unnecessary arguments.
and who talked about being less intelligent here?
you're just ranting incoherently,,,,,,okay,let's leave those names i mentioned earlier,,,,google search engine can help you here,just google seperately the best states in waec,neco,jamb for the past ten years,,,,come back and tell me how many years anambra missed out in top three.
anambra is an extremely blessed state,,,full of scholars and business moguls,,,,,some of the people you see in the shops at main market onitsha are pursuing their doctorate degree,,
Re: Top Ten Most Educated Nigerian Tribes by hilltop007(m): 6:46pm On Nov 17, 2021
vanbonattel:
Fulanis are much more educated than Edo people, there is no Edo man with PHD.

FACT.
So all professors at Uniben used BSC to attain their professorship abi?
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