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There are a total of 521 languages spoken in Nigeria. 510 are living languages, two second languages and 9 languages that are extinct.

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There are 4 recognised languages. It's official language is English. It's regional languages are Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba.

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About 521, depending on which authority does the counting.

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