Christmas in Nigeria is celebrated like it is done in all parts of the world. It is obviously the remembrance of the birth of our lord Jesus Christ and in Nigeria it is exclusively a family affair, the thought of Xmas in Nigeria brews excitement in the air. For the young Nigerians, it is a time to change clothes and get beautiful, the streets are illuminated by colorful lights, gifts exchange hands, loud noise in the streets, dancing and songs. And for the youths it is a time to get married, people travel to their respective state or origin to celebrate with their loved ones, it is often a time for family re-union, a time to re-strategize and focus, it is a time to seek the face of God and make new year resolutions The Christmas celebration wouldnt be complete without the beautiful Christmas trees that are constructed in most sitting room and houses the tree is an integral part of charismas in Nigeria, often rounded by shiny tiny lights that also runs around the sitting room it remind us of the festival and helps us keep abreast of the season Down the villages you would be greeted by the numerous masquerade groups formulated by the younger people who gently display their dance moves in exchange for some changes. This dance groups make the Christmas experience soothing and comforting. The young girls also have their dance groups, though without a masquerade but with palm frond tied to their left feet as a sign of bravery. They also make money by displaying their well thought out dance steps Christmas in Nigeria is a time for celebration and reconnection, the experience is always an unforgettable one. Visitors are welcomed and there is no house that is left without the scent of chickened stew. In Nigeria, Christmas is mostly celebrated with chicken stew, rice and assorted drinks. There is a euphoric feeling that comes with it. Btw 25th to 1st of the next year With all the bangers blowing left and right… Nothing beats Christmas. I love the feeling.joy in the air………AND GOD GO PUNISH ANYBODY WEY SAY CHRISTMAS NO GOOD BUT YOU DEY CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY #let_the_fun_begin
Posted on: Sun, 30 Nov 2014 08:28:26 +0000
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