Culture+and+Lifestyle

= Nigeria: People and Culture (SB) =


 * **The green and white of the Nigerian flag symbolize the rich agriculture which the people depend on and the peace and unity that they strive for each day**
 * **As the most populous nation in Africa, Nigeria is composed of more than 250 ethnic groups; the following being the most prevalent and politically influential: Hausa and Fulani 29%, Yoruba 21%, Igbo (Ibo) 18%, Ijaw 10%, Kanuri 4%, Ibibio 3.5%, Tiv 2.5%**
 * **As is the case in many African nations, Islam is the predominant religion, with 50% of the national population Muslim, 40% Christian, and the remaining 10% belong to indigenous religions.**
 * **Being that agriculture plays a signficant role in the devleopment of hte national economy and sustenance of the Nigerian people, a variety of products contribute to their imports and exports. Included are cocoa, peanuts, palm oil, corn, rice, sorghum, millet, cassava, yams, rubber; cattle, sheep, goats, pigs; timber; fish.**
 * **In addition to being one of the most diverse African nations, Nigerians speak a variety of languages. English is recognized as the official language, with Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo (Ibo), and Fulani present.**
 * **Keeping with their goal of uniting the nation and advancing the development of Nigeria, various media outlets have been fully utilized, none as greatly as cellphones, with more than 18.5 million people owning their own cellphones.**


 * Shuku-shuku (C//oconut Cookies//) (SB)**

==In a large bowl, mix together the coconut, egg yolks and sugar. Form into small balls of about 1 inch in diameter.Roll each ball in flour and place on an oiled baking sheet. Bake approximately 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool and store in an air tight tins .==

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