Nigeria… often called the Giant of Africa. But beyond its size, population, and energy, there’s something even more powerful that defines it diversity. This is a country made up of over 250 ethnic groups..yes 250! each with its own identity, traditions, and way of life. And within these groups are languages, stories, and histories that have been passed down for generations. In the Southwest, the Yoruba people speak the Yoruba language , rich in proverbs and expressions that pass wisdom from one generation to the next. In the North, the Hausa people speak Hausa , one of the most widely spoken languages in West Africa, used not just in Nigeria but across borders. Alongside them are the Fulani , who speak Fulfulde , and the Kanuri , known for the Kanuri language , rooted in the history of the Kanem-Bornu Empire. You’ll also find groups like the Nupe , who speak Nupe , and the Gbagyi people around central Ni...
Ibadan, Nigeria – April 12, 2026 Stakeholders from across the water, civil society, and labor sectors convened in Ibadan for a one-day training on legislative bill drafting focused on advancing water justice in Ekiti, Oyo, and Lagos States. The training which was organized by the Ecumenical Water Network Nigeria as part of her ongoing project “Voices for Water Justice in Ekiti, Lagos and Oyo States of Nigeria” held at the Conference Hall of the Institute of Church and Society, brought together union representatives, policy advocates, and water sector experts to strengthen collective efforts against water privatization and promote equitable access to water. In his opening remarks, Reverend Kolade Fadahunsi, Director of the Christian Council of Nigeria’s Institute of Church and Society, emphasized the critical link between water, food, and climate within the broader ecological framework. He highlighted the growing concerns around water accessibility, affordability, and availability, ...