Nigeria country

 

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