Search results
The Middle Belt of Nigeria contains the most of the minority ethnic groups in Nigeria and they are mostly Christians and Christian converts, as well as members of traditional religions with few Muslim converts. Nigeria is officially a secular state with no official state religion. Article 10 of the Constitution states that “The Government of ...
Aug 1, 2019 · Learn about the diverse religious landscape of Nigeria, where Christians and Muslims are nearly equal in number, and indigenous faiths still play a role. Explore the history, branches, and practices of Sunni, Shia, Ahmadi, and Roman Catholic Islam, as well as Protestant and other Christianity.
Jun 1, 2021 · The absence of census data on religious identification in Nigeria since 1963 leaves much uncertainty about the most basic religious composition of the country. It is generally accepted that identification with traditional worship declined over the middle of the twentieth century as identification with Islam and Christianity increased, leaving these the two dominant religious groups in the country.
- Andrew Mckinnon
Nov 29, 2019 · Learn about the Yoruba religion, a blend of indigenous beliefs, myths and legends, influenced by the cultural and social contexts of Western Africa, including Nigeria. Discover the basic beliefs, creation story, deities, orishas, and practices of this traditional African faith.
- Patti Wigington
Oct 27, 2009 · Learn how the Yoruba ethnic group practices traditional African religion, especially the annual Osun festival for the river goddess. See how they combine traditional beliefs with Islam and Christianity, and why they seek Osun's blessings.
Nigeria has over 270 ethnic groups and 370 languages, and a "triple heritage" of indigenous, Islamic, and Christian traditions. Learn about the religious demographics, conflicts, and challenges of Nigeria, as well as the ban on female genital mutilation.
People also ask
What are the main religions in Nigeria?
What is religious practice in Nigeria?
Why are Nigerians interested in religion?
Is Nigeria a Christian state?
It is said that “The traditional religion of Nigeria is the richest heritage which the forebears of Nigeria have handed down to their children” (Nwahaghi 1998, p.10). History has it that in the past, in Nigeria, the dominant religion was the traditional religion popularly known as African Traditional Religion. According to Ekeopara
