The Languages

English is the official language of the country. However, the Yoruba language is widely spoken in the southwestern states—Oyo, Ogun, Ondo, Lagos. and Kwara. Igbo language is spoken in the southeastern states, especially in Anambra, Abia, and Imo states. Hausa is spoken in all of the states in the northern part of Nigeria.

The Religion

There is no state religion. In all states of the federation, Christianity and Islam exist. Freedom of worship is enjoyed. Churches and Mosques are found within a stone throw of another. There is, however, a significant population that still practices traditional ways of worship.

The Government

The country operates a presidential system of government with an executive president as Head of State and Government. Each of the 30 states are headed by an Executive Governor, while the 543 local governments are chairpersons. The federal capital territory is headed by a mayor.