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This looks more like a staged properganda

MKO4ever:
I will just ignore you

No problem

MKO4ever:
Do you think it is a mere coincidence that this attack happened at the time Diezani is being arrested?
How come there is a sudden cut in electricity just as madam was being arrested? Coincidence?
Buhari will not tell you names now, but very soon we will all see everything by ourselves

Your statement shows one who either can't think properly or is just being mischievious

janefrancisca:
For all the years you have been discussing the issues regarding our existence, what solutions have you come up with or even proffer?. Please cut the OP some slack and allow us to bask in the euphoria of our diversity.

We have not sat down to discuss any thing
What we've been doing is just sweeping things under the carpet
We have to do this now so our children will not suffer the consequences
The earlier we do this the better cause things will soon blow up in our faces
And I mean REAL SOON

fratermathy:
Your moniker explains ALOT! So I reserve my comments.

No problem
This doesn't change the fact that the people in the country should be discussing the urgent issues regarding their co-existence together and how they will resolve that as quick as possible
This KUMBIA mentality is why most africans haven't solve their societal problems

There is no South region
There is biafran land and there is the west
And probably benin kingdom

Is Nigeria still being colonized by th UK for it to be probing Nigerian officials

fratermathy:
Hello Nairalander! ,
Nigeria is a very rich cultural center. In fact, our diversity is one of our major strength as a nation. Although it has its own advantages and disadvantages, its advantages surpass the disadvantages. However, most Nigerians are content with just their own ethnic group and this is quite bad for true patriotism and good neighbourliness. Some Nigerians have never even seen people of other ethnic extractions! Others have little or no knowledge of other ethnic groups! Worse still, a few know nothing about their own culture and ethnic extraction. This has become a trend among the recent generation of Nigerians who embrace Western culture, religion and dressing.
This thread shall explore an aspect of our culture: DRESSING! I wont be able to discuss all the ethnic nationalities in the country due to constraints but some major ethnic groups across the geographical spread of Nigeria and how they dress will be underscored in this list.

1. Edo Nation
The Edo People occupy current Edo State. They are made up of the Binis, Afemais, Eshan, etc. They have a very rich cultural heritage. They are all headed by an Oba who delegates duties to various towns and villages through the Odionweres(Elders) and Enogies (Dukes). The Benin Kingdom is one of the oldest and culturally rich pre-colonial African Kingdom. Edo people are quite reclusive in nature. They are colorful and elegant. The use of beads is commonplace in Benin. It symbolises royalty and freedom.
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2. Urhobo/Isoko Nation
The Urhobo/Isoko People are the major tribe in Delta State. They occupy Delta Central and Delta South. They are the 5th largest ethnic group in Nigeria, usually dragging position with the Ibibios. The Urhobo people have been grouped here with the Isoko people because of their cultural similarities. They dress traditionally in exactly the same way. The language is overtly similar and the people have same cultural traits. The Urhobo and Isoko people are migrants from Edo nation according to oral history. The people are ruled by an Ovie (King) with variations in appellations such as Orodje, Orosuen, Okobaro, Okpako, etc. The Ovie is seconded by an Otota (Spokesman) who is the traditional Prime Minister. The Otota is also called the "Unuevworo" in Uvwie-Urhobo Kingdom. Urhobo people love titles alot. In most ceremonies, people are announced as "Chief, Professor, Reverend Ovwigho Ogbejiriemu mni cna esq OFR". Urhobos do not have a penchant for hard work and they are known mainly for academic/mental feats. The Urhobo people usually dress by tying a Georgian Wrapper and wearing a Lace Shirt with a Cowboy Hat and a Walking Stick and beads are worn on the hands and neck.
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3. Yoruba Nation
The Yoruba People occupy South Western and North-Central Nigeria and in states such as Lagos, Oyo, Ekiti, Kwara, Kogi, Ondo, Ogun and Osun. They are one of the three major tribes of Nigeria. They have a rich mythological history which dates back to Oduduwa as their earliest progenitor. The Yoruba people are extremely jovial and respectful. A typical Yoruba man can greet you 100 times in a day if needs be. They love partying and enjoyment generally. Their traditional system revolves around the Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo which are seen as apex custodians of Yoruboid culture. Most Yoruba towns and villages are ruled by Obas also called Olus or Deji. They have a rich traditional religious system and a Pantheon of gods akin only to the Greek Pantheon. Yorubas are extremely glamorous in dressing! They look songs and food and are known for owning the Music industry in Nigeria. The Yorubas usually wear "Agbada", a oversized cloth which is worn like a jacket over lace or wrapper based clothes.
https://thetrentonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Nigerian-Dancers-The-Trent.jpg

4. Igbo Nation
The Igbo People occupy South Eastern and parts of South-Southern Nigeria which has states such as Anambra, Enugu, Imo, Abia, Ebonyi, Delta North and Rivers. Igbo is one of the three major tribes of Nigeria. Igbo itself doesn't represent any particular group but it is an umbrella term for all Igboid groups such as Mbaise, Ika, Aniocha, Ikwerre(disputed), Orlu, etc. Igbos are highly creative and technocratic in Nature. They do well in business and technology. They have a strong family bond and every successful member of a family becomes the succour for others. Igbo traditional system is modelled after the Benin system. They usually have an Eze or Igwe who is either elected, is the oldest elder in the community or is inherited from father. The Igbos love class and elegance! They are self-preservative and fraternal in nature! They can be found in virtually every nook and cranny of the world. In fact, if you enter a place where there are no Igbos, please run away from there!!!. The Igbos usually dress with a trouser and a simple wool based shirt to go. The women dress like the Edo people with beads on the head. Some Igbo tribes tie a white wrapper across their shoulders.
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5. Hausa/Kanuri/Fulani Nation
The Hausa/Kanuri/Fulani people occupy Northern Nigeria. These people have been grouped together because of the similarities in their culture, dressing and language. They are the most populated people in Nigeria and make up the major tribe. Apart from the Fulani people, most Nigerians won't be able to differentiate between these tribes. Religion has also helped to strengthen the bond shared by this triad as well as other minorities in their region. These people live a quiet, reclusive and pastoral life. They are not known for extravagance. Their traditional system is modelled after the Islamic method of a Caliphate, Sultanate and Emirate. Most towns are ruled by an Emir or his delegate. The Fulanis are remarkably nomadic in nature! These people are mainly farmers and cattle herders while there are also large pockets of politicians and civil servants. They dress with a "Kaftan" or "Jalabiya". The Fulanis in particular are unique in their dressing. The first picture below depicts Hausa/Kanuri while the second depict Fulani/Fulfulde.
https://newsimg.bbc.co.uk/media/images/42377000/jpg/_42377736_emirpalac.jpg
https://cometonigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Hausa-Fulani-People.jpg

6. Efik/Ibibio/Annang/Oron/Eket Nation
The Efik/Ibibio people occupy Akwa-Ibom and Cross-River States in South-Southern Nigeria. They are one of the lesser known people of Nigeria. However these people have a rich culture and elegance. They are said to be migrants from Cameroon in pre-colonial times. They also have the privilege of being one of the first people to encounter Western education and culture. The cities of Uyo and Calabar today are one of the most neatest, beautiful and secured places in Nigeria. The people are welcoming and have an aversion to violence. Their traditional system revolves around an "Obong" who rules over an "Afaha" (clan). Efik-Ibibio people love food and are known to have a wide variety of delicacies in their menu. Their dress sense is in tandem with that of the Igbo people. However, there are a lot of differences.
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7. Ijaw Nation
The Ijaw people occupy Bayelsa, Rivers, Delta, Akwa-Ibom and Ondo States. They comprise the 4th largest ethnic group in Nigeria. The Ijaws live close to the river and thus, all their myths and legends are water based. Ijaw people are reclusive and quiet. They look drinking as well! Ijaw traditional system is headed by a "Pere" (King) who rules over a clan or village. The Ijaws are fearless and bold! They have cultural similarities with the neighbouring Itsekiri and Urhobo/Isoko people.
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8. Itsekiri Nation
The Itsekiris are a lesser known minority ethnic group whose people occupy Delta South. Itsekiris are aboriginals of Warri North, Warri South and Warri South West local government areas with a large pocket of people in Sapele local government area. The Itsekiris are originally Yoruba people who migrated to their current hold and have, over time, mixed their language with Edo, Urhobo, Ijaw and Portuguese. Itsekiris are jovial, colorful and elegant people. They are fearless and politically conscious. They have some of the richest and well educated people in Nigeria. They are ruled over by an Olu who is a direct descendent of Ginuwa, a Benin prince. Itsekiris dress like the Urhobos and Ijaws. Their royalty put on white with a coloured girdle depending on the occasion.
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9. Nupe Nation
The Nupes occupy Kwara and Niger State in North-Central Nigeria. They are reclusive and quiet in nature. The Nupes are headed over by the Etsu Nupe. Nupes are communal in nature and they enjoy pastoral and simple life. Most Nupe people are farmers. Nupes also has a strong and deeply woven system of traditional thought that guides their day-to-day life.
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10. Tiv Nation
The Tiv people occupy Benue State in North Central Nigeria. Like most tribes in Northern Nigeria, they are quite reclusive and quiet. The Tiv people were once part of the Wukari Federation of pre-colonial times and they are similar to the Jukun people of Taraba state. They have a rich and wholesome culture and belief system which is headed by the Tor Tiv. The Tiv People are colorful and elegant. They are unique and have some of the most beautiful ebony girls in the country.
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If your ethnic group is not listed, feel free to contribute and add more facts or correct errors/misconceptions.

People are getting bombed left right and centre you're here talking about dressing
Did the people tell you they don't know about the different nigerian clothing 4 u to be doing dis sort of advert

Nice game Southampton
Mourinho should start taking some teaspoons of Chelsea dry gin
2 in the morning 2 in the night
Maybe e fit help am know wetin to do 4 match

Lol Epl's really funny this season

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tonychristopher:
But you are from Yoruba and don't get it wrong...there is nothing wrong in been a Yoruba...but what I find wrong is denying your tribe

What makes you think am a Yoruba person
My username should give you an idea who I might be

tonychristopher:
Your youba people always think Igbo this Igbo that ..thus helping them to reach orgasm

"Your yoruba people"
how did you come to this conclussion

tonychristopher:
Just few sensible post ..so you know the fact . then tell your people to shut up

Igbo know what they are doing ..don't cry for them .as of yesterday UN received their letter

What do you mean by "your people"
The country needs to be de-almagamated cause its heading towards no real direction

Do not put your self in situation you know fully well is not right

tunene66:
Beheading is not the cure of headache

Of cause it isn't
But you will have to discover and address the root cause of a constant headache or you will keep living in discomfort

No reasonable person supports a scam
Nigeria and lots of african countries are scams

NO

The next and best thing is for the country to be de-almagamated and the various components to go their various ways and forge a future for themselves cause the country has no future

Movic1:
Politically igbos are the most confused people in Nigeria. This inferiority complex tribe called igbo voted against Nnamdi Azikwe in favor of shehu shagari in the second republic. In 2003 they voted against Ikemba Ojukwu in favour of OBJ .Again in 2007 they voted againt Ojukwu and Orji kalu in Favor of Yaradua.
Chekwas okorie was practically and systematically crippled and buried far away from the house he built i.e APGA . The lazy,hypocrite and jealous igbo politicians are busy feeding Ndi-Igbos citizens with tribal and religious political hate, when other region were strategizing their end for Nigeria political relevance.
Bola Tinubu is widely seen by igbos as a criminal,oppressor and emperor of yoruba land due to his firm stance in building a sound and respected Yoruba Voice in Nigeria Politics. What about buhari?

They are really not interested inthe country and its politics
They want their own nation

nedu666:
the south will neva learn, the north are united in their quest to hold unto political power at all cost by any means possible, while the south are busy insulting each other. you think buhari is appointing north to all sensitive positions because he is a tribalist, ensuring security in the villa is controlled by northernerns, ensuring the army is under northern control is because he is dumb abi. you southerners will soon realize the north is already planning for the long term. you did 14 years and think they will do 8 years and been contented. if the north no do 24 years let me not buy benz 2015 model

It is not about north and south
Some people want out of the union and that is where their mind is

alcatraz002:
I posted a thread yesterday lamenting the plight of the igbos and how they continue shooting themselves in the foot by hating Yorubas but I was insulted and lampooned by igbos on this board.

Now less than 24 hours since I posted that thread, Uche Secondus a self acclaimed IGBO man has said that the PDP Presidential ticket has been zoned to the North. The PDP has presently constituted is an IGBO/BIAFRAN party and the structures of the party is currently being controlled by IGBOS. My question goes thus: is there no Credible IGBO man in the whole of Nigeria that can be presented to vie for PRESIDENT? I want my Igbo brothers to answer this question. AM I BEING VINDICATED OR NOT?

When we preach to the igbos to change their ways and build bridges, insults will rain like missiles from fighter jets in Syria. Igbos only know how to exhibit extreme hubris and chestbeat. An EDO man has better chances of being Nigerian President than an IGBO man. Sincerely I feel sorry for IGBOS. All igbos reading this knows it would be easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for an Igbo man to as much as near the Vice President seat of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

I know I will be insulted and maligned by igbos who will comment on this thread but we will keep preaching for attitudinal change by the igbos.

This PDP zoning is a clear message for the igbos.Let the insults begin!!!

They seem more intrested in get back their own nation that's why majority are not interested in the presidency

sorextee:
Xtrasmooth404, bobbydbobo, praiseDLord, theDEVILisHERE, Annunaki

And what's your reason?

Intrepid01:
Wow, what a comment.

Please kindly note that there was never a country or an agitation of any region amalgamated as Nigeria until 1967. What existed was a coastline place somewhere in Akwa Ibom called Biafra.

Palestine was not in existence as just a name, it was a sovereign region that has been in existence long before now. They were never a region under another country. Infact they were the first settlers in that region before Britain persuaded them to allow Israelis after the end of 2nd world war to settle there with them.

Like I have said before, Biafra was never a sovereign region in Nigeria and there was no agitation for self-recognition until 1967.

For Biafra to be actualized, one thing must happen just like it happened in Sudan in 2010. All parties involved in this unholy marriage would have to come together and ask each other if they want the marriage to continue or a re-alignment of vision and identity.

To expect the President of Nigeria that swore to defend the sovereignty of Nigeria to discuss the exit of a particular region in the country is a tall dream.

This is the major reason why it would be difficult for other parties in the Nigerian project to trust anybody from the tribe that want to secede as President because of what could happen.

Trust me, Biafra can never be achieved singularly, it will be a collective thing by all participants. Please don't tell me by force it is possible, at least if we were not alive back then, we read about the last time Biafra tried using force.

ooohh lastly, as for your first sentence that appeared insulting, I'll let it pass.

Biafran emancipation will be achieved when those working towards it have done everything required for emancipation
When that time comes nothing will stop them

freedom96:
Hmm....palestinians have president,do you guys have president?Palestine was once an existing nation,with national rights was there anything like biafra? And lastly,palestinians don't go on investing in Israel or crying to be appointed as ministers in Israeli government,does biafra do the same?

Hypocrisy is when you want to be a minister in my country yet you want a separate county

Biafra as a nation is older than britain
Do some research and get the facts right

PappyMason:
Yesus is the Greek pronouciation of the Hebrew name Yeshua which in English is pronounced Joshua!


The letter J is silent in Aramic and Latin languages and was never part of the roman alphabet.

Julius was written Ivlivs as the letter J was represented by I as U was represented by the letter V.

The name Jesus and its current pronunciation is the English variant just as Yeshua is to Joshua.

By using the Greek variant, early English translators wanted to make a distinction between Joshua and Jesus even though Joshua, Yeshua, Yesus and Jesus are the same names only in Greek, Aramic and English.

This is how Yohan is John and Petrescu is Peter.

The actual individual is a jew and not a greek
The religion is based on Jewish principle and not that of the Greek
If there is no uterior motive why then do you called him by a greek name when the whole premise of the person and the religion he pioneers is based on Jewish system/principles and has no link what so ever to any thing Greek
Anyway what ever the name is you have no business following such a person

MrsPhyno:
but i didn't say i dislike them na

I jus said I can't marry em. And I kinda dislike them too sha

It's like you've had some bad experiences in the hand of teachers
You don't have to bear grudge against them

BlaqCoffee109:
I just asked a simple question that required an educative and informed reply..didnt know leeches were gonna act like bitch3s on heat...

Please don't be angry
Take it easy