IMPACT OF RELIGION ON NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: A COMPARATIVE APPROACH
The pinnacle of God's creation, the human being, is made up of both male and female parts. This person is a religious being by nature. The ontological character of people is the source of this claim. He or she transcends the material world and directs people's attention to the transcendent deity. He or she interacts with the physical world via the body. On the basis of religion, we can consider the human being and, afterwards, development. The three main religions in Nigeria have had a significant influence on the growth of the country. The three main religions in Nigeria—African Traditional Religion, Christianity, and Islam—are explained in detail, along with how they have helped the country advance. Christianity's introduction of the eradication of disease and illiteracy made a significant contribution to the availability of manpower and other essential human resources for national growth. Islam brought a sophisticated system of agricultural production and improved trade, which sped up the growth in food production and trade. Tourists have been incredibly attracted to the international interaction by the rich, various traditional cultural exposition. The researcher employs a comparative methodology, with interviews serving as the major source of data and library databases serving as the secondary source. It provides great illumination and an understanding of how religion affects a country's growth. For long-term national development, the national curriculum program should include how religion and development can work together.
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