The ethnic heritage/cultural geography of West Africa, Nigeria.
Deeply explore the ethnic heritage/cultural geography of West Africa, Nigeria. The existing Nigerian state which has all the characteristics of the multiethnic loosely confederated postcolonial African states. Are the ethnic groups given autonomy? Do they have their own laws and militias? What about overlapping territorial claims? The Civil War between the north and the south of Nigeria is devastating, as well as the history of Biafra, and the Delta tribes seeking equity, to get more income from the oil wells in their territory. Explore the differences in the different tribes: Fulanis, Yoruba, Igbos and Hausa. Which one of these groups has already lost their roots due to sophistication, social media and postmodern choice or propaganda? and or governmental policy? What do you see happening? Will it be traditional dances or Beyoncé?
Sample Answer
Nigeria is a country in West Africa with a population of over 200 million people. It is the most populous country in Africa and the seventh most populous country in the world. Nigeria is a multiethnic country with over 250 ethnic groups. The four largest ethnic groups are the Hausa, Fulani, Yoruba, and Igbo.
The Hausa are the largest ethnic group in Nigeria, making up about 21% of the population. They are concentrated in the north of Nigeria. The Fulani are the second largest ethnic group, making up about 17% of the population. They are concentrated in the north-central and northeastern parts of Nigeria. The Yoruba are the third largest ethnic group, making up about 16% of the population. They are concentrated in the southwest of Nigeria. The Igbo are the fourth largest ethnic group, making up about 15% of the population. They are concentrated in the southeast of Nigeria.