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Nigeria

History

Northern Nigeria Protectorate placed the territory under outside administration.
Southern Nigeria Protectorate placed the territory under outside administration.
Unification of Nigeria brought separate territories into one political framework.
Declared independent as a sovereign state announced a new political claim or state form.
Nigeria became a republic, replacing the previous constitutional arrangement.
The current constitution came into force, setting the basic framework for today's Nigeria.
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CapitalAbuja
Population223.8M
Area924k km2
CurrencyNigerian naira

Short facts

RegionWest Africa
LanguageEnglish
Time zoneTBC
Drives onTBC

Worth seeing

  • Culture: Local food, music, markets and heritage routes.
  • City base: Abuja gives the country a clear planning anchor.
  • Nature: Regional landscapes shape routes and seasonality.

Find a city in Nigeria

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Planning questions

What is Nigeria known for?Culture, City base, Nature.
What is the capital?Abuja.
Which language is useful?English.
When is the national day?TBC.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

Upcoming events

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No future Nigeria-linked events are active in the current dataset.

Food & drink

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Known for

CultureCity baseNatureAbujaStreet foodCoffee
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