Nigeria - Wikipedia
WEBNigeria is a federal republic comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, where the capital, Abuja, is located. The largest city in Nigeria is Lagos, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world and the largest in Africa.
Nigeria | History, Population, Flag, Map, Languages, Capital,
WEB1 day ago · Nigeria is a country located on the western coast of Africa that has a diverse geography, with climates ranging from arid to humid equatorial. Hundreds of languages are spoken in Nigeria, including Yoruba, Igbo, Fula, Hausa, Edo, Ibibio, Tiv, and English. Nigeria’s capital is Abuja.
Nigeria - The World Factbook
WEBOct 1, 2024 · Nigeria achieved independence from Britain in 1960 and transitioned to a federal republic with three constituent states in 1963 under President Nnamdi AZIKIWE.
Nigeria Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBJul 31, 2023 · Nigeria is a West African country located in the Northern and Eastern Hemispheres of the Earth. It is bordered by four countries. These are Niger, Chad, Cameroon, and Benin to the north, northeast, east, and west respectively.
History of Nigeria | Events, People, Dates, Maps, & Facts
WEBSep 18, 2024 · A survey of notable events and people in the history of Nigeria. The country, located on the Atlantic coast in western Africa, has a diverse population and is home to some 250 ethnic groups, and hundreds of languages are spoken in the country.
History of Nigeria - Wikipedia
WEBNigeria became independent in 1960. From 1967 to 1970, the "Biafra War" raged in the south-east - one of the worst humanitarian disasters of modern times. After three decades mostly of increasingly restrictive military dictatorships, Nigeria became a democratic federal republic based on the US model in 1999.
Nigeria country profile - BBC News
WEBJul 28, 2023 · Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, with the modern state taking its present territorial shape as a result of 19th Century British colonialisation. It became independent in 1960...
A brief overview and history of Nigeria | Britannica
WEBNigeria, officially Federal Republic of Nigeria, Country, western Africa. Area: 356,667 sq mi (923,768 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 228,181,000. Capital: Abuja. There are more than 250 ethnic groups, including Hausa, Fulani, Yoruba, …
Nigeria | Today's latest from Al Jazeera
WEBOct 2, 2024 · Stay on top of Nigeria latest developments on the ground with Al Jazeera’s fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated maps.
Nigeria - BBC News
WEBSep 23, 2024 · Nigeria president pleads for 'patience' amid tough economy. Bola Tinubu says his controversial reforms are bearing fruit - protesters take to the streets regardless. Africa.