Context of Nigeria

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What is the political context of Nigeria?
In colonial era Nigeria was ruled by the Uk which held back development as they took resources and people as slaves

There was corruption in the 1960s and 70s due to the civil wars

No investment was made in Nigeria

Since 1990 there has been a stable government which helped development
What is the Social context of Nigeria?
There are 4 different ethnic groups: Yarubo, Hausa, Fulani, Igbo

This created tension including the Biafra war in 1967

This held back development
What is the regional differences in Nigeria?
The urban areas are more developed than the rural areas

The south is the richest region
What is the cultural context of Nigeria?
Known for their music and Nollywood

Knows for its sports - football

Literature
What is the environmental context of Nigeria?
The north is semi desert - sahel
The centre is highland - Jas Plateau
The south has high temperatures and rainfall