Nigeria has had a sad human rights record, counting among its lowest points the execution of social activist Ken Saro Wiwa and the death-sentence trial of young mother Amina Lawal. Yet the nation thrives culturally, Consisting of a myriad of ethnic groups and languages, Nigeria moves to unique rhyhms in high life and juju music and boats such renowned writers as Wole Soyinka and Ben Okri. The Nok terra cottas and Benin bronzes are treasured as ancient works of art.

   Oil exploration has taken a huge toll on Nigeria's natural environment. The nation's greatest challenge as it explores its vast oil fields is preserving the Niger, one of the world's longest rivers and largest wetlands

   Cultures of The World: Nigeria look at young nation coming out of a turbulent history of alternating military and civilian governments and coming to grips with its role in today's world..

Introduction
-Geography
-History
-Government
-Economy
-Environment
-Nigerians
-Lifestyle
-Religion
-Language

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