Question

state five characteristics of Nigerian Rivers to the economy of Nigeria​

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Rivers carry water and nutrients to areas all around the earth. They play a very crucial part in the water cycle, acting as drainage channels for surface water. Many rare plants and trees, as well as certain species of fishes, mammals, reptiles, and insects, can only be found to thrive in or by rivers.Akwa Ibom

Akwa Ibom is named after the Qua Iboe (or Kwa Iboe) River. The state got its name from the corrupted version of Oma Mbala (Ànyịm Ọma Mbala), a popular river in the area.The major rivers of Nigeria are found in these lowland areas. Nigeria has two major rivers, the Niger, after which the country is named, and the Benue. They meet at the Lokoja confluence and enter the Gulf of Guinea through a network of creeks and distributaries which form the Niger Delta.River Ethiope

Of Nigeria's rivers, River Ethiope stands out. It is believed to be the deepest inland waterway in Africa.The Nigerian Coat of Arms

Black shield and colourful wreath over the shield stand for fertile soil of Nigeria;

White horses mean dignity;

Red Eagle is for the strength of the nation;

White lines in the “Y” shape stand for two main rivers of Nigeria: Benue and Niger;