Nigeria

Country Nigeria
Capital Abuja
Continent Africa
Currency Naira(NGN)
Languages English, Hausa, Yourba, lgbo, Fulani, Edo, Efik, Fulani, Idoma, Ijaw, Kanuri, Itsekiri, Urhobo-Isoko, Igala, Igbira, Nupe, Ibibio, Gwari, Tiv, Birom, Margi, Jukun & Katab

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British influence and control over what would become Nigeria and Africa's most populous country grew through the 19th century. A series of constitutions after World War II granted Nigeria greater autonomy; independence came in 1960. Following nearly 16 years of military rule, a new constitution was adopted in 1999, and a peaceful transition to civilian government was completed. The government continues to face the daunting task of reforming a petroleum-based economy, whose revenues have been squandered through corruption and mismanagement, and institutionalizing democracy. In addition, Nigeria continues to experience longstanding ethnic and religious tensions. Although both the 2003 and 2007 presidential elections were marred by significant irregularities and violence, Nigeria is currently experiencing its longest period of civilian rule since independence. The general elections of April 2007 marked the first civilian-to-civilian transfer of power in the country's history. In January 2010, Nigeria assumed a nonpermanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2010-11 term.

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Nigerian Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka says his US visa revoked - BBCNigerian Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka says his US visa revoked  BBC

Nigeria imposes 15% import duty on petrol, diesel to support local refiners - ReutersNigeria imposes 15% import duty on petrol, diesel to support local refiners  Reuters

United States Cancels Wole Soyinka, Whose Satire on Happiness Once Unsettled Nigeria - TheWire.inUnited States Cancels Wole Soyinka, Whose Satire on Happiness Once Unsettled Nigeria  TheWire.in

Nigeria’s government is using digital technology to repress citizens. A researcher explains how - The ConversationNigeria’s government is using digital technology to repress citizens. A researcher explains how  The Conversation

Trump administration strips Nigerian Nobel winner Wole Soyinka of US visa - Al JazeeraTrump administration strips Nigerian Nobel winner Wole Soyinka of US visa  Al Jazeera

Nigeria, South Africa removed from global money-laundering watchlist - africanews.comNigeria, South Africa removed from global money-laundering watchlist  africanews.com

Nigeria Looks to Revive State-Owned Refineries - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comNigeria Looks to Revive State-Owned Refineries  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Wole Soyinka, Nigerian Nobel laureate and Trump critic, says US visa revoked - The GuardianWole Soyinka, Nigerian Nobel laureate and Trump critic, says US visa revoked  The Guardian

Nigeria vs Benin: CAF World Cup qualifier – start time, team news, lineups - Al JazeeraNigeria vs Benin: CAF World Cup qualifier – start time, team news, lineups  Al Jazeera

"The mother of all campaigns": inside Nigeria’s 100 million child vaccine drive - Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance"The mother of all campaigns": inside Nigeria’s 100 million child vaccine drive  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Nigeria’s first MVNO arrives – after a long wait - Developing TelecomsNigeria’s first MVNO arrives – after a long wait  Developing Telecoms

Nigeria’s Dangote refinery announces plans to double output - African EnergyNigeria’s Dangote refinery announces plans to double output  African Energy

Transforming education in Nigeria: Katsina’s story of hope and renewal - World Bank BlogsTransforming education in Nigeria: Katsina’s story of hope and renewal  World Bank Blogs

Vitel Wireless Expands Nigeria’s Telecom Landscape with Innovative Virtual Network Model - TechAfrica NewsVitel Wireless Expands Nigeria’s Telecom Landscape with Innovative Virtual Network Model  TechAfrica News

Nigeria forms task force to study stablecoin adoption - CoinGeekNigeria forms task force to study stablecoin adoption  CoinGeek

Nigeria Plans 15% Tax on Imported Fuel to Support Refiners - Bloomberg.comNigeria Plans 15% Tax on Imported Fuel to Support Refiners  Bloomberg.com

Nigeria and UAE Collaborate on Groundbreaking Tourism Projects to Boost Economic Growth and Cultural Exchange with New Resort, Cultural Center and Flagship Hotel - Travel And Tour WorldNigeria and UAE Collaborate on Groundbreaking Tourism Projects to Boost Economic Growth and Cultural Exchange with New Resort, Cultural Center and Flagship Hotel  Travel And Tour World

Quiet Power, Deep Faith -- Durga in Nigeria by Piyush Mahiskey Launched - ANI NewsQuiet Power, Deep Faith -- Durga in Nigeria by Piyush Mahiskey Launched  ANI News

Innovating Commodity Finance: The Legal Framework For Warehouse Receipts Under Nigeria's ISA 2025 - MondaqInnovating Commodity Finance: The Legal Framework For Warehouse Receipts Under Nigeria's ISA 2025  Mondaq

P&ID v. Nigeria: UK Supreme Court reaffirms currency of costs orders - White & Case LLPP&ID v. Nigeria: UK Supreme Court reaffirms currency of costs orders  White & Case LLP

Nigeria’s petrol import tax risks new inflation spike - https-//www.semafor.comNigeria’s petrol import tax risks new inflation spike  https-//www.semafor.com

Nigerian Nobel winner Wole Soyinka says U.S. revoked his visa after Trump criticism - NPRNigerian Nobel winner Wole Soyinka says U.S. revoked his visa after Trump criticism  NPR

Nigeria's NNPCL weighs technical equity partnerships to revive idle state-owned refineries - IntelliNewsNigeria's NNPCL weighs technical equity partnerships to revive idle state-owned refineries  IntelliNews

Ascott Signs Agreement for New Serviced Residence in Lagos, Nigeria - Hotel News ResourceAscott Signs Agreement for New Serviced Residence in Lagos, Nigeria  Hotel News Resource

SNG: Nigeria: MAN projects improved macroeconomic outlook, lower inflation, 4% GDP growth in 2026 - TradingViewSNG: Nigeria: MAN projects improved macroeconomic outlook, lower inflation, 4% GDP growth in 2026  TradingView

Naijascene Launches New Era of Nigerian News & Gossip Platform - openPR.comNaijascene Launches New Era of Nigerian News & Gossip Platform  openPR.com

Clean Water for the Flood Displaced - UnicefClean Water for the Flood Displaced  Unicef

United Kingdom and Nigeria Strengthen Aviation Ties as Air Peace Launches New London Gatwick to Abuja Route - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom and Nigeria Strengthen Aviation Ties as Air Peace Launches New London Gatwick to Abuja Route  Travel And Tour World

Nigeria's Heirs Energies' CFO on powering growth via sustainable, indigenous-led development - IntelliNewsNigeria's Heirs Energies' CFO on powering growth via sustainable, indigenous-led development  IntelliNews

World News in Brief: El Fasher displacement, Afghanistan rights violations, Nigeria child vaccinations - UN NewsWorld News in Brief: El Fasher displacement, Afghanistan rights violations, Nigeria child vaccinations  UN News

Through the Shadows: Zara’s Story - UnicefThrough the Shadows: Zara’s Story  Unicef

Nigeria Powers Youth Empowerment with Free Digital Technician Training in Ogun State - TechAfrica NewsNigeria Powers Youth Empowerment with Free Digital Technician Training in Ogun State  TechAfrica News

Nigeria's farmers on the frontline against Boko Haram: 'We fear for our souls' - BBCNigeria's farmers on the frontline against Boko Haram: 'We fear for our souls'  BBC

Oct 30: RSF Violations, Tanzania Protest, Nigeria Coup - OkayAfricaOct 30: RSF Violations, Tanzania Protest, Nigeria Coup  OkayAfrica

Will COP30 Reenergize to Nigeria’s Great Green Wall Project? - Global Issues.orgWill COP30 Reenergize to Nigeria’s Great Green Wall Project?  Global Issues.org

Sunu Assurances Nigeria Plc Q32025 Interim Report - AfricanFinancialsSunu Assurances Nigeria Plc Q32025 Interim Report  AfricanFinancials

From Pain to Gain - UnicefFrom Pain to Gain  Unicef

Nigeria- Integrating eCooking in Nigeria’s Clean Cooking Policy Implementation Plan and funding proposals for implementing e-cooking - Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)Nigeria- Integrating eCooking in Nigeria’s Clean Cooking Policy Implementation Plan and funding proposals for implementing e-cooking  Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)

What’s behind Bishop Kukah’s controversial shift? - The PillarWhat’s behind Bishop Kukah’s controversial shift?  The Pillar

New Classrooms Build New Hope for Children in Paga - UnicefNew Classrooms Build New Hope for Children in Paga  Unicef

Alleged coup plot in Nigeria: Who be Timipre Sylva wey deny im involvement? - BBCAlleged coup plot in Nigeria: Who be Timipre Sylva wey deny im involvement?  BBC

May & Baker Nigeria Plc (MAYBAK.ng) Q32025 Interim Report - AfricanFinancialsMay & Baker Nigeria Plc (MAYBAK.ng) Q32025 Interim Report  AfricanFinancials

Nigeria launches historic integrated vaccination campaign targeting 100 million children - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceNigeria launches historic integrated vaccination campaign targeting 100 million children  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Unilever Nigeria Plc (UNILEV.ng) Q32025 Interim Report - AfricanFinancialsUnilever Nigeria Plc (UNILEV.ng) Q32025 Interim Report  AfricanFinancials

Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya and Nigeria power Africa’s banking performance - The Africa Report.comCôte d’Ivoire, Kenya and Nigeria power Africa’s banking performance  The Africa Report.com

Nigeria, Kenya & The 5 Stingiest Tax-Free Floors In Africa - WeeTrackerNigeria, Kenya & The 5 Stingiest Tax-Free Floors In Africa  WeeTracker

Wafcon 2026: Holders Nigeria and debutants Cape Verde and Malawi qualify - BBCWafcon 2026: Holders Nigeria and debutants Cape Verde and Malawi qualify  BBC

EXCLUSIVE: How DHQ Operatives Foiled Bloody Coup Plot Targeting Nigeria’s Top Leaders - PRNigeria NewsEXCLUSIVE: How DHQ Operatives Foiled Bloody Coup Plot Targeting Nigeria’s Top Leaders  PRNigeria News

Greening The Future in Nigeria - UnicefGreening The Future in Nigeria  Unicef

Focus On: RMB Nigeria side event at 31st Nigerian Economic Summit - CNBC AfricaFocus On: RMB Nigeria side event at 31st Nigerian Economic Summit  CNBC Africa

Vitafoam Nigeria (VITAFO.ng) 2025 Abridged Report - AfricanFinancialsVitafoam Nigeria (VITAFO.ng) 2025 Abridged Report  AfricanFinancials

No, Bill Maher, there is no ‘Christian genocide’ in Nigeria - Al JazeeraNo, Bill Maher, there is no ‘Christian genocide’ in Nigeria  Al Jazeera

NNPC courts private investors to revive Nigeria’s idle refineries - Business Insider AfricaNNPC courts private investors to revive Nigeria’s idle refineries  Business Insider Africa

Shell invests in Nigeria offshore gas development - Shell GlobalShell invests in Nigeria offshore gas development  Shell Global

Nigeria forward on Barcelona radar for number nine spot - Football EspanaNigeria forward on Barcelona radar for number nine spot  Football Espana

Northern Nigeria Flour Mills Plc (NNFM.ng) HY2026 Interim Report - AfricanFinancialsNorthern Nigeria Flour Mills Plc (NNFM.ng) HY2026 Interim Report  AfricanFinancials

India, Nigeria discuss strengthening defence ties in New Delhi bilateral meeting - DD NewsIndia, Nigeria discuss strengthening defence ties in New Delhi bilateral meeting  DD News

South Africa and Nigeria no longer on FATF grey list - sbcnews.co.ukSouth Africa and Nigeria no longer on FATF grey list  sbcnews.co.uk

Nigerian banks cement dominance in Top 300 ranking - The Africa Report.comNigerian banks cement dominance in Top 300 ranking  The Africa Report.com

Ted Cruz blames Nigeria for ‘mass murder’ of Christians: What’s the truth? - Al JazeeraTed Cruz blames Nigeria for ‘mass murder’ of Christians: What’s the truth?  Al Jazeera

Nigeria - Welcome to the United NationsNigeria  Welcome to the United Nations

Join the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) in Lagos, Nigeria (Headquarters) as a Marketing & Communications: Apply by 07 November 2025 - Global South OpportunitiesJoin the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) in Lagos, Nigeria (Headquarters) as a Marketing & Communications: Apply by 07 November 2025  Global South Opportunities

Boko Haram on the rise again in Nigeria: how it’s survived and how to weaken it - The ConversationBoko Haram on the rise again in Nigeria: how it’s survived and how to weaken it  The Conversation

Osimhen hat-trick sends Nigeria to playoffs as South Africa reach World Cup - Al JazeeraOsimhen hat-trick sends Nigeria to playoffs as South Africa reach World Cup  Al Jazeera

Nigeria tanker explosion: Dozens killed scooping fuel in Niger state - BBCNigeria tanker explosion: Dozens killed scooping fuel in Niger state  BBC

The Government of Nigeria Versus Senator Ted Cruz - Council on Foreign RelationsThe Government of Nigeria Versus Senator Ted Cruz  Council on Foreign Relations

Nobel Prize Winner Wole Soyinka Says the U.S. Revoked His Visa - The New York TimesNobel Prize Winner Wole Soyinka Says the U.S. Revoked His Visa  The New York Times

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Nigeria - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Nigeria  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Nigerian Modernism: an ‘entrancing, enlightening exhibition’ - The WeekNigerian Modernism: an ‘entrancing, enlightening exhibition’  The Week

Nigeria Import Tax on Gasoline and Diesel: Complete 15% Duty Overview - Discovery AlertNigeria Import Tax on Gasoline and Diesel: Complete 15% Duty Overview  Discovery Alert

REPORT: Nigeria 142nd Out of 143 Countries on Security Sub-Index in 2025 - FIJ NGREPORT: Nigeria 142nd Out of 143 Countries on Security Sub-Index in 2025  FIJ NG

Nigeria vs Benin 4-0: CAF World Cup qualifier – as it happened - Al JazeeraNigeria vs Benin 4-0: CAF World Cup qualifier – as it happened  Al Jazeera

Latest Updates on $400 Million Ogun Stellar Steel Plant in Nigeria - constructionreviewonline.comLatest Updates on $400 Million Ogun Stellar Steel Plant in Nigeria  constructionreviewonline.com

Tinubu approves 15% import duty on petrol, diesel - Punch NewspapersTinubu approves 15% import duty on petrol, diesel  Punch Newspapers

EXCLUSIVE: Alleged Coup: Details of some detained officers emerge - Premium Times NigeriaEXCLUSIVE: Alleged Coup: Details of some detained officers emerge  Premium Times Nigeria

ASUU strike: Nigerian university lecturers boycott classes - BBCASUU strike: Nigerian university lecturers boycott classes  BBC

Coup attempt: 'Plan to overthrow President Tinubu na lie', Defence Headquarters tok and history of coup in Nigeria - BBCCoup attempt: 'Plan to overthrow President Tinubu na lie', Defence Headquarters tok and history of coup in Nigeria  BBC

All to Know About Nigeria’s $3.3 Billion Brass Industrial Park and Methanol Complex - constructionreviewonline.comAll to Know About Nigeria’s $3.3 Billion Brass Industrial Park and Methanol Complex  constructionreviewonline.com

Nigeria’s Boko Haram rehabilitation efforts ignore the emotional trauma of soldiers: why this matters - The ConversationNigeria’s Boko Haram rehabilitation efforts ignore the emotional trauma of soldiers: why this matters  The Conversation

Nigeria commissions first wholly owned floating vessel to boost oil output and exports - ReutersNigeria commissions first wholly owned floating vessel to boost oil output and exports  Reuters

Positive Economic Momentum in Nigeria, Now Time to Bring Home the Gains - World Bank GroupPositive Economic Momentum in Nigeria, Now Time to Bring Home the Gains  World Bank Group

92% of goods exported from Nigeria to UK now enjoy zero tariff, says head of DCTS - Businessday NG92% of goods exported from Nigeria to UK now enjoy zero tariff, says head of DCTS  Businessday NG

Shell approves $2 billion offshore gas project in Nigeria with Sunlink - ReutersShell approves $2 billion offshore gas project in Nigeria with Sunlink  Reuters

Alleged Coup: NDDC Boss breaks silence over reported arrest - Daily Post NigeriaAlleged Coup: NDDC Boss breaks silence over reported arrest  Daily Post Nigeria

New air chief assumes office, pledges loyalty to Nigeria - Punch NewspapersNew air chief assumes office, pledges loyalty to Nigeria  Punch Newspapers

We’ll leave no stone unturned to improve Nigeria’s security – New Air Chief vows - Vanguard NewsWe’ll leave no stone unturned to improve Nigeria’s security – New Air Chief vows  Vanguard News

96,000 Nigerian children at risk of death from malnutrition – Forum - Punch Newspapers96,000 Nigerian children at risk of death from malnutrition – Forum  Punch Newspapers

Nigeria’s polio battleground - NatureNigeria’s polio battleground  Nature

How Nigeria gave a million people their sight back in one year - Clinton Health Access InitiativeHow Nigeria gave a million people their sight back in one year  Clinton Health Access Initiative

The Smart Transit Future: Commercial and regulatory pathways for integrating electric and autonomous vehicles in Nigeria - Businessday NGThe Smart Transit Future: Commercial and regulatory pathways for integrating electric and autonomous vehicles in Nigeria  Businessday NG

Nigeria to Strengthen Role of Traditional Rulers in Peacebuilding - Voice of NigeriaNigeria to Strengthen Role of Traditional Rulers in Peacebuilding  Voice of Nigeria

AVM Sunday Aneke Assumes Office as 23rd Chief of Air Staff, Pledges Loyalty to Nigeria - TVC NewsAVM Sunday Aneke Assumes Office as 23rd Chief of Air Staff, Pledges Loyalty to Nigeria  TVC News

FG, EU sign agreements to boost local pharma, reproductive health - Punch NewspapersFG, EU sign agreements to boost local pharma, reproductive health  Punch Newspapers

Defence Chief Pledges Armed Forces’ Loyalty to Nigeria’s Democracy - Voice of NigeriaDefence Chief Pledges Armed Forces’ Loyalty to Nigeria’s Democracy  Voice of Nigeria

Nigerian Government Reaffirms Commitment to Health Promotion - Voice of NigeriaNigerian Government Reaffirms Commitment to Health Promotion  Voice of Nigeria

CBN seen rescinding plans to control fixed-income market as Nigeria reviews move — Bloomberg - Businessday NGCBN seen rescinding plans to control fixed-income market as Nigeria reviews move — Bloomberg  Businessday NG

Investors lost N316bn to ponzi schemes in Nigeria – SEC - Punch NewspapersInvestors lost N316bn to ponzi schemes in Nigeria – SEC  Punch Newspapers

Nigeria accounts for highest global maternal deaths from postpartum haemorrhage - Research - Premium Times NigeriaNigeria accounts for highest global maternal deaths from postpartum haemorrhage - Research  Premium Times Nigeria

A new model for rural healthcare in northern Nigeria - primeprogressng.comA new model for rural healthcare in northern Nigeria  primeprogressng.com

Joash Ojo Amupitan: Nigeria names law professor as new Inec chief - BBCJoash Ojo Amupitan: Nigeria names law professor as new Inec chief  BBC