FINLANDIA SCHOOLThe Fulani
The Fulani people are one of the largest nomadic ethnic groups in West Africa. They are believed to have originated from the Senegambia region, migrating eastward over centuries. The Fulani are known for their cattle-herding and pastoral lifestyle. The Fulani people are widely spread across Nigeria in major states like Kano, Kaduna, Sokoto, Bauchi, and Yobe. They are also present in parts of Adamawa and Gombe.
The TIV
The Tiv people are believed to have migrated from the Central African Republic to settle in Nigeria over 300 years ago. They are known for their agricultural and traditional leadership practices. They mainly reside in Benue State and parts of Taraba State in central Nigeria.
The Efik
The Efik people are one of the oldest ethnic groups in southeastern Nigeria, believed to have originated from the kingdom of Calabar. Their history is closely linked to the Atlantic slave trade. They primarily live in Cross River State and Akwa Ibom State.
The Ibibio
The Ibibio people are one of the oldest ethnic groups in southeastern Nigeria, with a rich history of kingdoms and cultural practices dating back thousands of years. They are mostly found in Akwa Ibom State, as well as parts of Cross River State.
The Ijaw
The Ijaw people trace their roots to early riverine civilizations in Nigeria, particularly the Niger Delta region. Their history includes the formation of coastal city-states. They live primarily in the Niger Delta region, in states like Bayelsa, Rivers, Delta, and Akwa Ibom.