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Misuse of English in Nigeria

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      Well command tone and correct usage of the English language is not up to par in Nigeria. Many a time, it is difficult for the language users in the country to command the language like the local people (native speakers). Whereas speaking a foreign language like English requires one to learn the basis on how to speak and write in simple, well commanded and communicative expression, so, one will not create patois for oneself, different from the linguistic features belonging to such language.       Actually, English is the official language of Nigeria and popularly spoken by the people in the country. At least it has eased the problem of communication among different ethnic groups—through the language there is friendship among tribes, success in business, which cannot be waved out with one hand. However, a lot of language users are heedless towards correct usage; such clanger people make may feature as wrong pronunciation, incorrect spelling...