**7. Conclusion**

The striving to find meaning *vis-à-vis* happiness in life is the primary motivational force in man. Socio-cultural factors are strong indicators of happiness in Africa and among Nigerians in particular. Culture which is shared lives, norms, practices, social, moral, religious, aesthetic, economic values, etc. guide the thoughts, feelings and actions of a given people. African culture in particular is very unique in its richness and dynamism. It gives the people the identity and values that single them out as unique people and accounts for their peculiarity of feelings, thoughts and actions. This is obviously revealed in their attitude towards happiness. Despite the myriad of existential challenges that are expected to mar the happiness of African people, they continue to strive for meaningful and happy existence. This can be explained within the context of their socio-cultural experiences exemplified in their close family relationships and general community living, creativity, humorous life seasoned with jokes, and similar cultural values alleviate their worries and avail them the opportunity to overcome the day's difficulties and lessen the weight of negative feelings, while it enhances their happiness. For further studies on basis of happiness especially from African lived experience, it is necessary that other aspects of human existence such as genetic endowments and cognitive processes be given attention.

*Happiness and Wellness - Biopsychosocial and Anthropological Perspectives*
