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Nigeria

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Nigeria is Africa's most populous country and its largest economy, often called the 'Giant of Africa.' It is a cultural powerhouse producing Nollywood (the world's second-largest film industry by volume), Afrobeats music, and a thriving tech scene. With over 250 ethnic groups and a dynamic diaspora, Nigeria's cultural influence spans the globe.

Motto: “Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress”

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Population

223.8M

Capital

Abuja

GDP

$472.6B

Languages

English, Hausa, Yoruba

Independence

1960

Currency

Nigerian Naira (NGN)

Area

923,768 km²

Calling Code

+234

Official Name

Federal Republic of Nigeria

Cultural Highlights

  • Nollywood, producing thousands of films annually with a massive continental audience
  • Afrobeats music, with artists like Burna Boy and Wizkid achieving global fame
  • The ancient Benin Bronzes, masterpieces of African art now subject to repatriation efforts
  • Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa cultural traditions spanning art, cuisine, and festivals
  • Lagos as Africa's creative capital for fashion, art, and technology

Famous Landmarks

Zuma RockOsogbo Sacred GroveYankari National ParkIdanre Hills

Travel Tips

  • Lagos is Africa's most dynamic city; explore Lekki, Victoria Island, and the Nike Art Gallery
  • Abuja, the planned capital, is clean and well-organized with the iconic Zuma Rock nearby
  • Osogbo Sacred Grove is a UNESCO site dedicated to the Yoruba goddess of fertility
  • Nigerian jollof rice is a source of national pride; try it alongside suya (spiced grilled meat)
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