Whole-genome sequencing to investigate the genetic diversity of Nigerian indigenous chickens.
The study consists of 120 indigenous chicken samples from different regions in Nigeria. The samples were sequenced on Illumina HiSeqX 10 platform with an average coverage >30x. The samples were collected by:Oladeji BamideleAfrican Chicken Genetic GainsDepartment of Animal Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo, Ile Ife, Osun, Nigeria.