419 Reasons To Like Nigeria

71. We are fun loving – Friday nights are for hanging out and Saturdays are for parties.

72. No matter how long we have lived abroad, we are always proud of where we are from, our culture our traditions.

73. We allow ourselves to be westernised without letting go of our roots – amazing mix of Africa and the West.

74. You will never have to worry about having people attend your function. Nigerians will go to any lengths to attend parties and functions.

75. Nigerian culture has so many great aspects – reflecting appreciation and respect.

76. Nigeria has lots of beautiful traditions e.g. Lagos Eyo Festival.

77. The different and diverse Nigerian cultures. One state alone can have so many.

78. The culture: Every single ethnic group in Nigeria has a rich cultural background anyone will be more than interested in learning about.

79. Nigerians are very colourful – just attend one ‘owambe’ party and you’ll never remain the same again.

80. Our multicultural heritage is a pride to most nations in Africa and around the world.

81. Nigerians maintain a very high level of social relationships – a communal culture.

82. Moral values are still high when compare to other nations.

83. I don’t believe I can learn all about our culture and history if I tried! It’s a reason to love this country. My fascination over the diverse languages and folklores and customs won’t be waning anytime soon.

84. I know that if I go broke it’s only for a while as my friends are there to help me get by. Friends are like family in Nigeria, they stay closer than close.

85. I love the cultural diversity of the Nigerian nation. We have about 400 different tribes speaking over a thousand dialects and languages.

86. Nigerians are those people who almost always pay for extra luggage on flights just to satisfy every family member when they travel abroad.

87. Our culture is rich and adorable. This can be seen in our language, food, dressing, music, dance, etc. Our diversity makes the difference.

88. Nigeria is a rich culture which promotes family life and respect.

89. Nigeria is a beautiful country with rich and diverse cultures and world-class historical landmarks.

90. Nigeria embraces, respects and appreciates foreigners. Nigeria is hospitable. We harbour the world.

91. The richness of our culture and its diversity makes our country a tourists delight.

92. Nigerians are warm and friendly people who open their homes to foreigners and strangers.

93. Nigeria is not just a country but a community. The way its citizens relate and help each other, even though they are strangers, you’d think they hail from the same village.

94. Nigeria’s culture is built on respect. Respect for elders, authority, strangers, and other people.

95. Culture: Our way of life is distinct, though diversified but very rich and beautiful in colours.

96. Nigerians are accommodating. We open our doors to total strangers and take them as our own.

97. Nigeria has got rich and diverse cultures with several languages and a variety of local food suitable for any occasion.

98. Nigerians are known for communal life – extended family members and neighbours are pretty much family in many areas.

99. Nigerians can turn any (in)significant occasion to a reason to have HUGE celebration: Baby naming, school graduation etc. Any opportunity to get family & friends around, wear aso-ebi, eat some good food, and spray some money.

100. Where else do people “spray” money and dance during celebrations or parties?

101. Having over 250+ ethnic groups with very rich customs, mouth watering cuisines & so much more, there’s a whole new world to be discovered.

102. There is no place in the world like it. I call it home.

103. Nigerian Foods: delicious, sumptuous, appealing, healthy, countless. Pounded yam and Ogbono soup, Afang soup, Oha and the list is endless.

104. The food is simply amazing, with a rich variety of cuisines across the country.

105. I think the food is tastier in Nigeria than that I have found in other countries.