FACTS ABOUT NIGERIA

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·      FACTS ABOUT NIGERIA


  •             In terms of size, Nigeria is about double the size of the state of California.
  • ·         While some cultures believe it’s rude to not look someone in the eye, in Nigeria, it is customary to not look into someone’s eyes.
  • ·         Nigerians operate on what has become known as “African time.” This means that they are rarely on time. The more high class a person is, the later they will be.
  • ·         In some Islamic marriages in Nigeria, once a woman is married, she may no longer see any of her male relatives again.
  • ·         Like other African countries, the left hand is considered dirty by Nigerians. It is in poor taste to eat, shake hands, or pass or receive items with the left hand.
  • ·         The country is the 7th largest democracy in the world.
  • ·         The Niger River, which spans 2,600 miles, is the third largest river in West Africa.
  • ·         Speaking of the Niger River, it was the inspiration behind Nigeria’s name.
  • ·         Evidence of human life in Nigeria dates as far back as 9000 BC.
  • ·         The nominal GDP of Nigeria is the 2nd largest in Africa.
  • ·         Approximately 70% of Nigerians work in the agriculture industry.
  • ·         The country’s cash crops include cocoa, wheat, peanuts, and cotton.
  • ·         Nigeria is divided into 36 states.
  • ·         Nigeria is the 12th largest producer of crude oil, pushing out over 2.5 million barrels per day






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