Nigeria
Federal Republic of Nigeria
People: Nigerian
Nigeria is Africa's most populous country and largest economy, and Lagos is one of the fastest-growing megacities on Earth. Nigeria is located in Western Africa and has a population of around 223.8 million. Its capital city is Abuja, and the most widely spoken official language is English.
By the numbers, Nigeria is the 6th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 2.80% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 31st out of 196, with a population density of roughly 242 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Nigeria — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Abuja |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Western Africa |
| Population | 223,800,000 |
| Area | 923,768 km² |
| Currency | Nigerian naira (NGN) ₦ |
| Official Language | English |
| Dialling Code | +234 |
| Internet TLD | .ng |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | NG / NGA |
| Borders | Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Niger |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nigeria
What is the capital and currency of Nigeria?
The capital of Nigeria is Abuja and the currency is the Nigerian naira (NGN), symbol ₦.
What is the capital of Nigeria?
The capital of Nigeria is Abuja.
What currency does Nigeria use?
Nigeria uses the Nigerian naira (NGN, symbol: ₦).
What language do they speak in Nigeria?
The official language of Nigeria is English.
What is the dialling code for Nigeria?
The international dialling code for Nigeria is +234.
What side of the road does Nigeria drive on?
Nigeria drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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