It's no uncertainty that we cherish Christmas, as it is one of the most famous occasions on the planet, and various nations and ethnicities have their methods for celebrating.
In Nigeria, Christmas is a religious celebration spent with family from both far and near.
Christians in Nigeria have an incredible culture of putting in their best into making the celebration a blast.
Individuals travel to ensure that they meet up with their family for Christmas. Those who are not available to meet up with family send cash, as it is a commitment they are obligated to fulfill.
Likewise, this occasion fills in as a sort of family get-together, as it brings all the individuals from the family home to celebrate, rebuild, and strengthen their bonds.
Christmas in Nigeria begins with a morning dedication that each accessible individual of the family can't escape. This is mostly to submit the celebration under God's control and express gratitude toward him for the perfect gift he has given to humanity.
In some other families, they attend the exceptional morning service organized by churches, respectively.
The next thing is preparation. Everyone collectively starts preparing for the party. Ideally, the women handle the food while the men chill the drinks and do some tech stuff.
Some of the Nigerian family's staple includes jollof rice, fried rice, rice, and chicken stew; it is often with a complimentary beverage. Some families extend their cooking to make some assorted dishes.
Christmas is a time of endless fun for youngsters. You will find them messing around with a wide range of firecrackers while they rock their new Christmas clothes and join companions to have a great time.
Most roads are loaded with the remaining parts of firecrackers after the festival. I believe Nigeria is the largest importer of fireworks because I can’t seem to wrap my head around how much fireworks are used only during Christmas and New Year.
Various streets host street festivals during this period; the streets' youths are consistently the hosts.
On Christmas Day, the intrigued young people turn out on the road to party overnight. On a bigger scale, some festivals are facilitated by big organizations.
I have observed Christmas in Nigeria for the longest, and I think it stands out amongst other places.
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23 Comments
It's nice to know how you celebrate this special holiday in Nigeria :) We, in the Philippines also put our best into making the Christmas season fruitful
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DeleteAgree. Philippines seems to have the longest Christmas. I am currently working in Cayman and they arent big with Christmas.
DeleteCayman not big with Christmas? I have shocked.
DeleteThis is so interesting. It's always eye opening to read about holiday celebrations in other countries.
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I love learning about the different Christmas traditions around the world. We are Polish and we celebrate in so many different ways. It's fascinating. Thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love learning how others celebrate the holidays! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI would've loved to see some photos of traditional food that's eaten around Christmas time.
ReplyDeleteWe actually have a similar tradition on celebrating Christmas day. In our place while we do a Christmas party for the kids while we are waiting for 12 midnight and we lighting up the fireworks once the 12 midnight hits as we are welcoming the Christmas day.
ReplyDeleteOMG! It is same in Nigeria
DeleteIt sounds like Christmas time in Nigeria is a very cherished holiday. I will be spending this Christmas in Tanzania and I am looking forward to it. It will be my first time in Africa.
ReplyDeleteAwww! I really hope you have fun. Happy hoilday.
DeleteI love spending time with my family on Christmas, but I would also like to experience Christmas in another part of the world!! Thank you for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteYou should give it a try.
DeleteWhat a story to share! I am interested to learn how Christmas and holidays are celebrated in different parts of the world.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing such lovely traditions with us.
ReplyDeleteI am constantly in awe of how different the details, but familiar the feelings of truly cherished holidays.
Merry Christmas!
It's nice knowing about how Nigerians celebrates their Christmas. Here in Philippines, we wait for Christmas as soon as the Ber months arrives. Haha it sounds like we all have anxieties, but it's fun..!
ReplyDeleteIt's always great to see how other countries celebrate Christmas. Thank you for sharing how it's celebrated in Nigeria x
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Cool, I haven't joined a vlogmas yet, I heard they are quite fun!
ReplyDeleteVlogmas is fun but this is blogmas.
DeleteWhat a story to share. That is an interesting holiday tradition. Good to know.
ReplyDeleteIt's always so fun and interesting to hear how other countries celebrate holidays such as Christmas. I really enjoyed this. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWe always look for the festivity and never miss a chance to celebrate it.
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