In Nigeria, there are three main religions recognised by the people; Christianity, Islam and the Indigenous religion. These religions have differences that have brought about unrest as the tolerance level has got to a point of polarity. The various unrests have led to national insecurity of the country.In Nigeria, there are three main religions recognised by the people; Christianity, Islam and the Indigenous religion

What are the main religions in Nigeria?

A 2012 survey by the Pew Research Centers Forum on Religion and Public Life estimated the population to be 49.3 percent Christian and 48.8 percent Muslim, while the remaining 2 percent belong to other or no religions. Many individuals combine indigenous beliefs and practices with Islam or Christianity.

What are the 3 type of religion?

Christianity, Judaism, and Islam are the three major religions in the world. They are known as Abrahamic religions because their founders, or major figures, are descended from Abraham.

Which religion is first in Nigeria?

Islam is the largest religion in Nigeria. It is one of the two main religions practised in Nigeria, the other being Christianity. Nigeria has the largest Muslim population in West Africa.

What are the top 3 religions in order?

Major religious groupsChristianity (31.2%)Islam (24.1%)Irreligion (16%)Hinduism (15.1%)Buddhism (6.9%)Folk religions (5.7%)Sikhism (0.3%)Judaism (0.2%)

Which religion is No 1 in world?

The Top Ten: Organized Religions of the WorldRankReligionMembers1.Christianity2.3 billion2.Islam1.8 billion3.Unaffiliated1.2 billion4.Hinduism1.1 billion4 more rows