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Global Culture a case Study of Nigeria

Global Culture a case Study of Nigeria

RAUFU OLUWATOYIN RAHEEMomotoso73@temep.snu.ac.krhttp://itemep.snu.ac.kr

ContentsContents1.0 General Information on Nigeria

2.0 Nigeria Society & Culture

3.0 Etiquette and Customs In Nigeria

4.0 Business Etiquette and Protocol

6.0 Traditional Festival

7.0 Game Reserve Animals in Nigeria

5.0 Traditional Dressing in Nigeria

8.0 Conclusion

1.0 General Information on Nigeria 1.0 General Information on Nigeria Nigeria

qPopulation Total 160,000,000(2009 est.)

qLand area: 923,768 sq Km (356,669 sq Mi)

q GDP per capita $2,199qPop. Density 82.2 per kmqPop. Growth Rate:4.8%qLiteracy Rate 69%qRural Pop. 68%qUrban Pop. 32%qLife expectancy: 47

qMonetary unit: NairaqLanguage: English

qEthnicity/race: heterogeneousqReligion

Christian 45%Muslims 45%

Others 10%qE-readiness Rankingq2007 – 3.92q2008 – 4.25q2009 – 3.89

1.1 Country Name1.1 Country Name

• In 1914 the Protectorates of Southern Federal Republic of Nigeria and No

rthern Nigeria were amalgamated with the Colony (Lagos) by Lord Lugard

to form what is now known as Nigeria.

• Officially named the Federal Republic of Nigeria

1.2 Federal Republic of Nigeria1.2 Federal Republic of Nigeria

• Independence from the United Kingdom

- Declared and recognized October 1, 1960

- Republic declared October 1, 1963

• Federal constitutional republic comprising of:

-thirty-six states and one Federal Capital Territory

-Local Government Areas: 774

1.3 Thirty-Six States and One Federal Capital Territory

1.3 Thirty-Six States and One Federal Capital Territory

1.4 Nigeria Location1.4 Nigeria Location

•Nigeria's borders are: • Niger on the North • Cameroon on the East • the Atlantic Ocean on the South • Benin on the West

1.5 The Resources 1.5 The Resources

(A) Oil and Gas

(B) Agricultural resources

1.6 Climate1.6 Climate

v The rainy season lasting from April to October

v and the dry season from Novemberto March.

1.7 The Nigerian Currency 1.7 The Nigerian Currency

• The currency is expressed in Naira (N) and kobo (K).

• 100K equal One Naira (N1). • The currency denominations are in N5,

N10, N20, N50, N100, N200, N500 and N1000.

1.8 National Identity 1.8 National Identity

National Identity • The National Anthem • The National Pledge• The Nigerian Coat Of Arms• The Nigerian National Flag• Motto: Unity and Faith, Peace

and Progress The Nigerian Coat of Arms

The Nigerian National Flag

1.9 Language1.9 Language

• The official language is English. There are 3 main indigenous languages spoken by the 3 predominant ethnic groups in Nigeria.

• These are: ü Yorubas in the west, ü Hausa-Fulani in the North

ü and the Igbos in the East.

1.10 Ethnic Map of Nigeria1.10 Ethnic Map of Nigeria

1.11 Government-President Federal Republic1.11 Government-President Federal Republic

Dr Goodluck Jonathan Nigeria President

Arc. Mohammed Namadi Sambo

Vice President

2.0 Nigeria Society & Culture2.0 Nigeria Society & Culture2.1 Religion

Abuja National Mosque for Muslim prayer ** Muslims live predominantly in the north

National Ecumenical Centre for Christians workshop **Christians predominantly live in the south

Native religions in which people believe in deities, spirits and ancestor worship, are spread throughout the country

2.0 Nigeria Society & Culture (2)2.0 Nigeria Society & Culture (2)

2.2 The Familyl Extended families are still the

norm. Grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles, sisters, brothers and in-laws all work as a unit through life.

l Family relationships are guided by hierarchy and seniority. Social standing and recognition is achieved through extended families

Extended family

2.0 Nigeria Society & Culture (2)2.0 Nigeria Society & Culture (2)

2.3 HierarchyØ Nigeria is a hierarchical society.

Ø Age and position earns, even demands, respect.

Ø Age is believed to confer wisdom so older people are granted respect.

Ø The oldest person in a group is revered and honoured.

Ø In a social situation, they are greeted and served first.

Ø In return the most senior person has the responsibility to make

decisions that are in the best interest of the group.

3.0 Etiquette and Customs In Nigeria3.0 Etiquette and Customs In Nigeria3.1 Meeting Peoplel The most common greeting is a

handshake with a warm, welcoming smile.

l Men may place their left hand onthe other person’s shoulder whileshaking hands. Smiling andshowing sincere pleasure atmeeting the person is important.

Greeting Handshake with smile

3.1 Meeting People (Cont.)3.1 Meeting People (Cont.)

• It is rude to rush the greeting process.

• You must take the time to ask about the person’s health, the health of

their family, or other social niceties.

• Close friends and family members often kiss and hug when meeting.

• A Nigerian generally waits for the woman to extend her hand

• Observant Muslims will not generally shake hands with members of the

opposite sex.

3.1 Meeting People (Cont.)3.1 Meeting People (Cont.)

• Address people initially by their academic, professional or honorific title

and their surname. (For example Engr., Prof., Dr., Arc etc)

• Friends may address each other in a variety of ways: the title and the

first name, the first name alone, the surname alone, or a nickname

• Always wait until invited before using someone’s first name.

• When greeting someone who is obviously much older, it is a sign of

respect and deference to bow the head.

3.2 Gift Giving Etiquette3.2 Gift Giving Etiquette

• If invited to dinner at someone’s home then bring fruit, nuts or chocolates

for the host.

• A gift for the children is always a nice touch.

• Gifts should be given using the right hand only or both hands. Never use

the left hand only.

• Gifts from a man to a woman must be said to come from the man’s

mother, wife, sister, or other female relative, never from the man himself.

• Gifts should be wrapped, although there are no cultural taboos

concerning paper colour.

• Gifts are not always opened when received.

4.0 Business Etiquette and Protocol4.0 Business Etiquette and Protocol

4.1 Meeting and Greeting• Handshakes are the most common greeting.

• Wait for a woman to extend her hand first.

• Shake hands at the beginning and end of meetings.

• To rush a greeting is extremely rude; spend time inquiring about the

other person’s general well-being.

• It is a good idea to lower your eyes when meeting someone who is

older or more senior.

• Titles are important. Use the honorific title plus any academic or

professional title and the surname.

4.1 Meeting and Greeting4.1 Meeting and Greeting

• Business cards are exchanged without formal ritual.

• Present and receive business cards with two hands or the right hand, never

with the left.

• It is a good idea to include any advanced university degree on your

business card.

• Make certain that your title is prominently displayed.

• Never write on your business card. If the information has changed, have

new cards printed.

• Make a point of studying any business card you receive before putting it

into a business card holder

4.2 Nigerian Communication Style4.2 Nigerian Communication Style

• Communication styles in Nigeria may vary significantly depending on the

individual’s cultural ancestry.

• Nigerians from the south usually speak in a direct way and use a louder

voice.

• Many of the people from the South-Western part of Nigeria make use of

proverbs and sayings, thus their communication style is more indirect.

• In general, Nigerians are a friendly and outgoing people.

4.3 Business Meeting4.3 Business Meeting

• Nigerians prefer to develop personal relationships prior to

conducting business.

• Therefore, if this is the first time you are meeting with a Nigerian

company or organization , you should expect to devote a decent

period of time to getting to know people on a personal level. This

may take as long as two hours for an initial meeting.

• **Any attempt to bypass this protocol will hamper your business

success.

4.4 Business Meeting (Cont.)4.4 Business Meeting (Cont.)

• Expect the first few meetings to be somewhat formal as your

Nigerian counterparts continue to become comfortable with you as a

person.

• It is a good idea to maintain a polite and somewhat reserved manner

until the person you are meeting drops some of his formality.

4.5 Business dress4.5 Business dress

• Business dress in Nigeria is

smart.

• Outer appearance is very

important, because it’s an

indicator for status.

• Some Nigerians tend to wear

traditional “native dresses”

(colourfully printed long

gowns).

5.0 Traditional Dressing in Nigeria5.0 Traditional Dressing in Nigeria

Igwe-Igbo Land

Oba in Yoruba land Emir in Hausa

Igwe in IgboTraditional Kings

5.1 Traditional Dressing in Nigeria (2)5.1 Traditional Dressing in Nigeria (2)

6.0 Traditional Festival6.0 Traditional Festival

5.2 Traditional Festival(Cont.)5.2 Traditional Festival(Cont.)

"Arugungu is an important Nigerian cultural event, to which thousands of fishermen take part.The Matan Fada may not be very impressive but it’s full of fish, because people come here to fish only once a year.

Nigerian traditional art work

7.0 Game Reserve Animals in Nigeria7.0 Game Reserve Animals in Nigeria

7.0 Conclusion7.0 Conclusion

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