Nigeria stands out as one of the world's most linguistically diverse nations, with over 500 languages spoken, a testament to its rich ethnic heritage.

These 371 ethnic groups are spread across its 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

Ethnicity in Nigeria

Some of the popular languages spoken in Nigeria are: Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, Ijaw, Edo, Fulfude, Tiv, and Ibibio to name a few. In this article, we explore Nigeria’s ethnic diversity, listing the ethnic groups within each state.

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Ethnic Groups in Nigeria by State

Abia State

Adamawa State

Akwa Ibom State

Anambra State

Bauchi State

Bayelsa State

Benue State

Borno State

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Cross River State

Delta State

Ebonyi State

Edo State

Ekiti State

Enugu State

Gombe State

Imo State

Jigawa State

Kaduna State

Kano State

Katsina State

Kebbi State

Kogi State

Kwara State

Lagos State

Nasarawa State

Niger State

Ogun State

Ondo State

Osun State

Oyo State

Plateau State

Rivers State

Sokoto State

Taraba State