The inherent differences in Language, religion, and politics of the various nations found within Nigeria have contributed heavily to failed attempts in democracy and political turmoil in general. The ammount of ethnic variety found within the borders of Nigeria is both "dazzling and confusing." Depending on the report, 250 to 400 or more different ethnic groups can be identified, however, three main ethnic groups dominate the political sphere. The Hausa, Yoruba, and Ibo constitute 68% of the population, …showed first 75 words of 896 total…

…showed last 75 words of 896 total…over the country. Ethnic tensions in Nigeria have caused the end of the first republic, two military coups, and a civil war. As Nigeria is moving into its Third Republic, leaders are now aware of the tension and violence that ethnicity can promote. Hopefully, although there is talk of another secession movement by Yorubas fearing Hausa domination, the Third Republic will be able to look beyond ethnic bariers and toward a more unified Nigerian state.