Nigeria: Africa's Giant
The most populous nation in Africa, its oil wealth, and its diverse ethnic landscape.
Key Questions
- 1How can a nation be rich in natural resources but still have high poverty rates?
- 2How does Nigeria balance the interests of its over 250 ethnic groups?
- 3What role does Nollywood play in spreading Nigerian culture globally?
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