Functions of English language in Nigeria?

Answer 1

THE LANGUAGE OF EDUCATION

; English has been widely used in the propagation of education in Nigeria and this is used in all facets of education. This seems to be the most important function of English in our society.

THE LANGUAGE OF THE GOVERNMENT

The English language is the language of government in Nigeria because almost all the transactions in government offices are carried out in the English language. Minutes, official correspondences, memoranda, circulars, instructions and directives are given out in the English language.

THE LANGUAGE OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY

Transactions in commerce and industry are mostly carried out in the English language and Pidgin English as well as in some local languages. English is the only language used in the boardrooms during meetings by members of staff.

THE LANGUAGE OF INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION

When Nigerians want to engage in international business or transaction of any kind with persons beyond Nigerian geographical boundary, English becomes a readily available language to be used either in the country or outside the country.

THE LANGUAGE OF THE MEDIA

The English language is the most extensively used language in the Nigerian media. When we refer to the Nigerian media, we mean both the print and the electronic media.

THE LANGUAGE OF LAW AND LEGAL DRAFTING

Almost all the books in law and legal drafting are written in English. All the volumes of the Nigerian constitution from inception till date are written in English. The 1979 constitutions are written in English.

THE LANGUAGE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Just like in any other areas, the language of science and technology in Nigeria is English. It is true that most of the names of chemicals and scientific formulae are written in 35

English; perhaps the Nigerian indigenous languages have not developed enough to handle some of these scientific and chemical names.

THE LANGUAGE OF SOCIAL INTERACTIONS

If a Nigerian meets another Nigerian for the first, the first language s/he is likely to use in communication will be English which could be Pidgin, Broken or Standard English. It is after the state of origin has been established and perhaps the language the acquaintants used as s/he first language that s/he may revert to an indigenous language both of them may understand.

Answer 2

any language no matter the country always makes it much easier to be hired for a job, it is a great way to show your intelligence and it is an internationally recognized business language.

Answer 3

Uses of english in nigeria

Answer 4

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