Yoruba Language
Linguistic Classification Yoruba is a member of the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo language family.
Number of Speakers Estimates vary, with sources indicating between 20 million and over 50 million Yoruba speakers globally.
Geographical Distribution Primarily spoken in southwestern Nigeria, as well as in parts of Benin and Togo.
Tonal Language Yoruba utilizes three distinct tones—high, mid, and low—that are essential for distinguishing word meanings.