Nigeria, July 2 -- Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa. In fact, it is the most populous black country in the world. As Africa's largest democracy and one of its largest economies, Nigeria bears considerable weight for the continent. Historically, given its illustrious history, Nigeria has always taken this responsibility seriously. There have been efforts supportive of other African countries. For example, during the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa, Nigeria was a vocal supporter.

As the Giant of Africa, Nigeria also bears enormous responsibility for culture and tradition on the African continent. In a world where civilization and modernization are taking over everything else, Africa has remained a bastion of culture a...