Official Languages:
* English: The official language of Nigeria. It is widely used in government, education, business, and media.
Major Indigenous Languages:
* Hausa: The most widely spoken language in Nigeria. It is spoken by a significant number of people in Abuja, particularly those who have migrated from northern Nigeria.
* Igbo: Another major language spoken in Nigeria, particularly in the south-east. A significant number of Igbo speakers live in Abuja.
* Yoruba: A major language spoken in Nigeria, particularly in the south-west. There is also a significant Yoruba-speaking population in Abuja.
* Pidgin English: A widely spoken creole language in Nigeria. It is used extensively in informal settings and can be understood by many Nigerians across different language groups.
Other Languages:
* Ebira: Spoken by the Ebira people of Kogi State, close to Abuja.
* Gwari: Spoken by the Gwari people, who are indigenous to the Abuja area.
* Nupe: Spoken by the Nupe people, who also live in the area.
* Kanuri: Spoken by the Kanuri people, who have migrated to Abuja from north-eastern Nigeria.
* Idoma: Spoken by the Idoma people, who are indigenous to Benue State, bordering Abuja.
* Tiv: Spoken by the Tiv people, also from Benue State.
Note: This list is not exhaustive and there are many other smaller languages spoken in Abuja. The city's linguistic diversity reflects the diverse cultural heritage of Nigeria.