Flashcards on Nigerian Culture

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What is the population of Nigeria?

Over 200 million

What is the significance of the Nigerian masquerade festivals?

It signifies the presence of the spirits

What is the traditional attire of the Yoruba people?

Buba, iro and gele

What is the significance of the coral beads in Igbo culture?

It signifies wealth and social status.

What is the most common food in Nigeria?

Jollof rice

What instrument is commonly used in traditional Nigerian music?

Talking drums

What is the most popular sport in Nigeria?

Football (soccer)

What is the significance of the Nsibidi symbols?

It is a form of communication and writing

What is the traditional Nigerian wedding attire for the bride?

A gele and wrapper

What is the most common religion in Nigeria?

Christianity and Islam

What is the name of the Nigerian goddess of fertility?

Ala

What is the significance of the African dance called 'Zanku'?

It is a celebration of life

What is the cultural significance of the 'Gele' in Nigerian fashion?

It is a symbol of power

What is the origin of the Nigerian 'Adire' fabric?

It originated from the Yoruba people

What is the traditional Nigerian dance called?

Bata dance

What is the population of Nigeria?

Over 200 million

What is the significance of the Nigerian masquerade festivals?

It signifies the presence of the spirits

What is the traditional attire of the Yoruba people?

Buba, iro and gele

What is the significance of the coral beads in Igbo culture?

It signifies wealth and social status.

What is the most common food in Nigeria?

Jollof rice

What instrument is commonly used in traditional Nigerian music?

Talking drums

What is the most popular sport in Nigeria?

Football (soccer)

What is the significance of the Nsibidi symbols?

It is a form of communication and writing

What is the traditional Nigerian wedding attire for the bride?

A gele and wrapper

What is the most common religion in Nigeria?

Christianity and Islam

What is the name of the Nigerian goddess of fertility?

Ala

What is the significance of the African dance called 'Zanku'?

It is a celebration of life

What is the cultural significance of the 'Gele' in Nigerian fashion?

It is a symbol of power

What is the origin of the Nigerian 'Adire' fabric?

It originated from the Yoruba people

What is the traditional Nigerian dance called?

Bata dance

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