Nigeria Capital: Abuja |
Nigeria Dialing code: +234 |
Nigeria Airport code: MXJ,
LOS |
Nigeria Continent: Africa |
Nigeria Area: 356,667 sq
mi (923,768 km2) |
Nigeria Currency: Nigerian Naira |
Nigeria Official Language: English |
Nigeria Population: 203.6
million (Approx.) |
Nigeria National Day: 1
October |
Nigeria National Animal: eagle |
Nigeria National Bird: eagle |
Nigeria National Fruit: ackee |
Nigeria National Flower: Yellow Trumpet |
Nigeria National Tree: No
official |
Nigeria National Sport: Football |
Nigeria Time zone: UTC +1 (
GMT +1) |
Nigeria Driving side: Left
side of the road |
Nigeria Flag:
Green - represents
agricultural.
White- represents
peace.
Culture of Nigeria:
Nigeria has variety of languages, ethnic groups, and
traditions. Nigeria's culture is mixed with ethnic groups and religious
cultures. It is both rich and diverse in some areas. The most popular religion
in Nigeria are Islamic and Christianity.
Nigeria is full of nature, and the people are generally
friendly and welcoming to visitors. Its mixed religious influences attract
visitors.
Must visit places in the Nigeria:
- Idanre Hills
- Lagos
- Zuma Rock
- Obudu Mountain Resort
Traditional Festivals in Nigeria:
- Argungu Fishing Festival
- Osun festival
- Calabar Carnival
- Sango Festival
Nigeria Must-try Foods:
- Jollof rice
- Egusi soup
- Peppersoup
- Suya
Weather in Nigeria:
The Nigeria country has two seasons. Rainy Season May-September.
Dry seasons May-October.
Economics of Nigeria:
Nigeria is more dependent on Agriculture. Its GDP is $200 billion
(approximately), ranking it 55 in the world. This country has 40% debt. The
natural resource sector is Nigeria's main source of income.
Nigeria imports Vehicles, petroleum, food, Pharmaceutical,
and Rough wood. Its exports are gold, chemicals, Coal Briquettes, Copper, Uranium
and Vehicles.
Nigeria's export and import partners are France, India, UK, China,
Belgium, and Netherlands.
Sports in Nigeria:
Football is the most popular national sport in Nigeria.
Other popular sports in Nigeria are football, basketball, volleyball, Squash,
cycling, athletics, and Boxing.
Transport in Nigeria:
How many airports are in Nigeria?
There are 32 airports including international, private, and
domestic. Murtala Muhammed International
Airport is the biggest airport in Nigeria.
Nigeria's main public transport modes are buses, airlines, Railways,
and Maritime transport which are low-cost ways to get around.
How many countries travel without visas to Nigeria?
28 countries do not require visas. The government grants 12
e-visas and 16 on-arrival visas. A visa is required for 170 countries.
The passport ranks 95 in the world.
Defense in Nigeria:
Nigeria is the safest country in the world. The Nigerian
Army Nigerian Navy Nigerian Air Force is the military, with limited powers of 230,000
(approx...) active duty personnel, and people protecting their country. $3 Billion
approx. budget of defense. The rank of defense in the world is 35.
Nigeria Country Top 5 Interesting Facts:
- Nigeria has spoken more than 500 language.
- Portuguese were the first foreigners to explore Nigeria.
- Nigeria is the biggest economy in Africa.
- Nigeria national dish is Jollof rice.
- Nigeria have two spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites