UNIT 1 THE CULTURE AREA OF THE NIGER DELTA REGION OF NIGERIA CONTENTS 1.0 Introduction 2.0 Objectives 3.0 Main Content Who are the Niger Delta People 3.2 The Socio-Political Organization of the Niger Delta People The Religion Beliefs of the Niger Delta People. The Arts of the Niger Delta People Conclusion Summary 6.0 Tutor-Marked Assignment 7.0 References/Further Reading 1.0 INTRODUCTION This study unit introduces you to the culture of the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria. The emphasis will be mainly on the knowledge of who the Niger Delta people are, their sociopolitical organization, religious beliefs and their arts.