Nigeria
Federal Republic of Nigeria
"Africa's most populous country, known for its oil wealth, diverse cultures, and Nollywood film industry."
Overview
Key information and facts
Government type
Federal Presidential Republic
Capital City
Abuja
Official Languages
English
Population
227.88M
Total Area
923.77K km²
Population Density
246.69 people per km²
Currency
Nigerian naira
Week Start
monday
Driving Side
right
Society
Key social and demographic indicators
Total Population+2.1%
Life Expectancy
Urban Population
Fertility Rate
Internet Users
Economy
Economic and financial indicators
GDP+2.9%
GDP per Capita
Inflation
Unemployment Rate
Gini Index
Frequently Asked Questions About Nigeria
What is the capital of Nigeria?
Nigeria's capital city is Abuja.
What is the population of Nigeria?
As of 2023, the estimated population of Nigeria is approximately 227.88M people. This makes it the 6th most populous country out of 192 states.
How large is Nigeria?
Nigeria spans a total area of approximately 923,768 square kilometers (356,668.67 square miles).
Which continent is Nigeria in?
Nigeria is located in Africa, specifically within the Western Africa subregion.
What is the GDP of Nigeria?
According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Nigeria is approximately $363.85B USD. This ranks Nigeria as the 41st largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.