Geography
Nigeria is in Western Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are 10, 8; it has Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Niger.
Neighboring countries: Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Niger
Africa
Nigeria
Nigeria is a country in Western Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Abuja
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Western Africa
- Population
- 223.8 million
- Area
- 923,768 km²
- Currency
- Nigerian naira (NGN)
- Official language
- English
- Calling code
- +234
- Internet TLD
- .ng
- Time zone
- UTC+01:00
Nigeria map preview: 10.00, 8.00
People and Culture
Nigeria uses English in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Nigeria varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Nigeria is recorded with the official name Federal Republic of Nigeria. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Abuja
- Western Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Abuja
- Time zone data: UTC+01:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Nigeria is grouped under Africa.
- Nigeria has a listed area of 923,768 km².
- Nigeria is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Nigeria
What is the capital of Nigeria?
The capital of Nigeria is Abuja.
What continent is Nigeria in?
Nigeria is in Africa.
What currency does Nigeria use?
Nigeria uses the Nigerian naira.
What language is spoken in Nigeria?
English is listed for Nigeria in this database.