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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Nigeria kills her sun: Death and vindication for Ken Saro-Wiwa, Ogoni Nine - Al JazeeraNigeria kills her sun: Death and vindication for Ken Saro-Wiwa, Ogoni Nine  Al Jazeera

Kemi Badenoch: I don't identify as Nigerian any more - BBCKemi Badenoch: I don't identify as Nigerian any more  BBC

Smuggled from Nigeria, ‘cooked’ in Delhi, delivered at doorstep: Inside Rs 100-cr cocaine and MDMA racket - The Indian ExpressSmuggled from Nigeria, ‘cooked’ in Delhi, delivered at doorstep: Inside Rs 100-cr cocaine and MDMA racket  The Indian Express

Nigerian nurses strike for pay and staffing as talks collapse - ReutersNigerian nurses strike for pay and staffing as talks collapse  Reuters

Nigeria’s women’s football team rises above poor management to clinch continental trophy - The HinduNigeria’s women’s football team rises above poor management to clinch continental trophy  The Hindu

Nigeria win 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after thrilling comeback against Morocco - theguardian.comNigeria win 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after thrilling comeback against Morocco  theguardian.com

Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline Advances Toward Construction Phase - The North Africa PostNigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline Advances Toward Construction Phase  The North Africa Post

Nigeria Naira Bonds Beat EM Peers as Tinubu Reforms Get Noticed - MintNigeria Naira Bonds Beat EM Peers as Tinubu Reforms Get Noticed  Mint

Jihadists open fire at farmers returning from work in Northeastern Nigeria; 15 killed - WIONJihadists open fire at farmers returning from work in Northeastern Nigeria; 15 killed  WION

A university bookshop in Ibadan tells the story of Nigeria’s rich publishing culture - The ConversationA university bookshop in Ibadan tells the story of Nigeria’s rich publishing culture  The Conversation

Top 3 Altcoins Trending in Nigeria in the First Week of August - BeInCryptoTop 3 Altcoins Trending in Nigeria in the First Week of August  BeInCrypto

‘Accountability elusive’ a year after Nigeria protest killings: Amnesty - Al Jazeera‘Accountability elusive’ a year after Nigeria protest killings: Amnesty  Al Jazeera

Nigeria Wafcon: Victorious players promised $100,000 cash award and apartment - BBCNigeria Wafcon: Victorious players promised $100,000 cash award and apartment  BBC

From 58th to 55th largest – how Nigeria’s GDP climbed up the world rankings in 1 day - The Indian ExpressFrom 58th to 55th largest – how Nigeria’s GDP climbed up the world rankings in 1 day  The Indian Express

How Nigeria completed ‘Mission X’ and won their 10th Wafcon crown - theguardian.comHow Nigeria completed ‘Mission X’ and won their 10th Wafcon crown  theguardian.com

Wetin be GMO and foods for Nigeria wey dey di list - BBCWetin be GMO and foods for Nigeria wey dey di list  BBC

Nigeria vs Morocco 3-2: Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – as it happened - Al JazeeraNigeria vs Morocco 3-2: Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – as it happened  Al Jazeera

Zamfara kidnapping: Nigeria bandits kill 38 hostages even after ransom paid - BBCZamfara kidnapping: Nigeria bandits kill 38 hostages even after ransom paid  BBC

Donald Trump aid cuts could push Nigerians into the arms of Boko Haram militants - UN - BBCDonald Trump aid cuts could push Nigerians into the arms of Boko Haram militants - UN  BBC

Ghana protest against Nigeria: Foreign ministers say 'no cause for alarm' - BBCGhana protest against Nigeria: Foreign ministers say 'no cause for alarm'  BBC

At least 9 killed, many abducted in ‘bandit’ gang attack in Nigeria - Al JazeeraAt least 9 killed, many abducted in ‘bandit’ gang attack in Nigeria  Al Jazeera

21 athletes killed in Nigeria road crash - Times of India21 athletes killed in Nigeria road crash  Times of India

Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon and Ethiopia hit by US cuts to visa duration. - BBCNigeria, Ghana, Cameroon and Ethiopia hit by US cuts to visa duration.  BBC

Malnutrition in Nigeria killed 652 children in past six months, MSF says - Al JazeeraMalnutrition in Nigeria killed 652 children in past six months, MSF says  Al Jazeera

Kemi Badenoch say she no dey 'identify as Nigerian' again - BBCKemi Badenoch say she no dey 'identify as Nigerian' again  BBC

Banks must brace for open banking, says KPMG - Punch NewspapersBanks must brace for open banking, says KPMG  Punch Newspapers

Nigeria vs Morocco: Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final 2025 – teams, start - Al JazeeraNigeria vs Morocco: Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final 2025 – teams, start  Al Jazeera

Nigeria can't take Venezuelan deportees from US, says Yusuf Tuggar - BBCNigeria can't take Venezuelan deportees from US, says Yusuf Tuggar  BBC

Mobilisation is urgently needed to avoid further deaths from northern Nigeria malnutrition crisis - MSFMobilisation is urgently needed to avoid further deaths from northern Nigeria malnutrition crisis  MSF

How Nigeria Can Unleash its Economic Potential - International Monetary FundHow Nigeria Can Unleash its Economic Potential  International Monetary Fund

Thirteen dead, dozens missing in Nigeria boat accident - ReutersThirteen dead, dozens missing in Nigeria boat accident  Reuters

Armed banditry is becoming a crisis in Nigeria: why fixing the police is key - The ConversationArmed banditry is becoming a crisis in Nigeria: why fixing the police is key  The Conversation

How Nigeria became a model in fight against poaching - dw.comHow Nigeria became a model in fight against poaching  dw.com

Nigeria: Flash floods leave dozens dead in Adamawa state - dw.comNigeria: Flash floods leave dozens dead in Adamawa state  dw.com

Nigeria can't take Venezuelan deportees from US, says Yusuf Tuggar - BBCNigeria can't take Venezuelan deportees from US, says Yusuf Tuggar  BBC

As England’s Lionesses roared, Nigeria’s queens of Africa made football history - theguardian.comAs England’s Lionesses roared, Nigeria’s queens of Africa made football history  theguardian.com

Kemi Badenoch says she no longer sees herself as Nigerian despite upbringing - theguardian.comKemi Badenoch says she no longer sees herself as Nigerian despite upbringing  theguardian.com

Nigeria beat Morocco to claim WAFCON title and complete Mission X - Al JazeeraNigeria beat Morocco to claim WAFCON title and complete Mission X  Al Jazeera

'We are being driven from the land.' Nigerian village buries its dead after a massacre - NPR'We are being driven from the land.' Nigerian village buries its dead after a massacre  NPR

Wafcon 2024: Nigeria seal 10th title with comeback against Morocco - BBCWafcon 2024: Nigeria seal 10th title with comeback against Morocco  BBC

Third UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue 2025 Communique - GOV.UKThird UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue 2025 Communique  GOV.UK

Nigeria's Bature Brewery taps into $7 billion beer market - ReutersNigeria's Bature Brewery taps into $7 billion beer market  Reuters

At least 652 children died from malnutrition in Nigeria in last six months, MSF says - ReutersAt least 652 children died from malnutrition in Nigeria in last six months, MSF says  Reuters

Nigeria says troops kill dozens of gunmen in northwest and northeast - Al JazeeraNigeria says troops kill dozens of gunmen in northwest and northeast  Al Jazeera

Muhammadu Buhari: Ex-Nigeria president's political life in pictures - BBCMuhammadu Buhari: Ex-Nigeria president's political life in pictures  BBC

When rebels rule: ISWAP’s formula for winning support in Nigeria’s northeast - The New HumanitarianWhen rebels rule: ISWAP’s formula for winning support in Nigeria’s northeast  The New Humanitarian

Nigeria wins its 10th Wafcon title – but women’s football has never been more competitive - The ConversationNigeria wins its 10th Wafcon title – but women’s football has never been more competitive  The Conversation

Pope prays for victims of ‘terrible massacre’ in Benue State, Nigeria - Vatican NewsPope prays for victims of ‘terrible massacre’ in Benue State, Nigeria  Vatican News

NSE President urges stronger Nigeria–Japan partnership for infrastructure Dev - Vanguard NewsNSE President urges stronger Nigeria–Japan partnership for infrastructure Dev  Vanguard News

‘Nigerians Must Go’: How Ghana’s business rules, landlords’ actions trigger xenophobic fear - Punch Newspapers‘Nigerians Must Go’: How Ghana’s business rules, landlords’ actions trigger xenophobic fear  Punch Newspapers

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

Nigeria’s Refusal to Cave to Trump Signals a Shift in U.S.-Africa Relations - Foreign PolicyNigeria’s Refusal to Cave to Trump Signals a Shift in U.S.-Africa Relations  Foreign Policy

Kemi Badenoch says she no longer identifies as Nigerian - Sky NewsKemi Badenoch says she no longer identifies as Nigerian  Sky News

Trump Hikes Tariffs on Nigerian Exports to 15% - Punch NewspapersTrump Hikes Tariffs on Nigerian Exports to 15%  Punch Newspapers

African Paralympic leader waps up Nigeria visit ahead of historic West Africa Para Games in Abeokuta - 3NewsAfrican Paralympic leader waps up Nigeria visit ahead of historic West Africa Para Games in Abeokuta  3News

Nigeria’s ex-President Muhammadu Buhari dies in London aged 82 - Al JazeeraNigeria’s ex-President Muhammadu Buhari dies in London aged 82  Al Jazeera

Nigeria: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Nigeria - International Monetary FundNigeria: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Nigeria  International Monetary Fund

Why my campaign to protest kidnapping in Nigeria failed - AeonWhy my campaign to protest kidnapping in Nigeria failed  Aeon

Congo seeks Nigeria’s support for diplomat to lead UNESCO, as VP Shettima receives PM Makosso - TVC NewsCongo seeks Nigeria’s support for diplomat to lead UNESCO, as VP Shettima receives PM Makosso  TVC News

Why is violence by Boko Haram and ISIL rising again in Nigeria? - Al JazeeraWhy is violence by Boko Haram and ISIL rising again in Nigeria?  Al Jazeera

Nigeria honours ex-President Buhari with state burial and tribute - Al JazeeraNigeria honours ex-President Buhari with state burial and tribute  Al Jazeera

Nigeria admitted as partner country of BRICS bloc - The HinduNigeria admitted as partner country of BRICS bloc  The Hindu

Wafcon 2024: Nigeria winner memorable for Jennifer Echegini - BBCWafcon 2024: Nigeria winner memorable for Jennifer Echegini  BBC

CAF sacks referees boss after Morocco protest Nigeria victory - The Nation NewspaperCAF sacks referees boss after Morocco protest Nigeria victory  The Nation Newspaper

Former Nigerian President Buhari to be buried in hometown on Tuesday - Al JazeeraFormer Nigerian President Buhari to be buried in hometown on Tuesday  Al Jazeera

NIS warns Nigerians against misusing US visas - Punch NewspapersNIS warns Nigerians against misusing US visas  Punch Newspapers

India’s MMR comparison to Nigeria unfair, says Health Ministry - The HinduIndia’s MMR comparison to Nigeria unfair, says Health Ministry  The Hindu

Nigeria rejects US pressure to accept deported Venezuelans - dw.comNigeria rejects US pressure to accept deported Venezuelans  dw.com

Blog: Reflections on the hunger crisis in northern Nigeria - UN World Food ProgrammeBlog: Reflections on the hunger crisis in northern Nigeria  UN World Food Programme

Kemi Badenoch says she no longer considers herself Nigerian - The IndependentKemi Badenoch says she no longer considers herself Nigerian  The Independent

NIS warns Nigerians against misuse of US visa - Premium Times NigeriaNIS warns Nigerians against misuse of US visa  Premium Times Nigeria

Command schools will be Nigeria’s best – Army - Vanguard NewsCommand schools will be Nigeria’s best – Army  Vanguard News

INTERVIEW: We’re grooming Nigeria’s next Aruna Quadri— NTTF Vice President Tayo Adesoji - Premium Times NigeriaINTERVIEW: We’re grooming Nigeria’s next Aruna Quadri— NTTF Vice President Tayo Adesoji  Premium Times Nigeria

Project 1% is Bringing IP Education to Thousands in Nigeria - WIPO - World Intellectual Property OrganizationProject 1% is Bringing IP Education to Thousands in Nigeria  WIPO - World Intellectual Property Organization

AMR surveillance project in Nigeria delivers life-saving impacts - University of OxfordAMR surveillance project in Nigeria delivers life-saving impacts  University of Oxford

Ghana police say they have rescued dozens from Nigeria job scam - BBCGhana police say they have rescued dozens from Nigeria job scam  BBC

Nigeria’s push to cash in on lithium rush gets off to a rocky start - Climate Home NewsNigeria’s push to cash in on lithium rush gets off to a rocky start  Climate Home News

Muhammadu Buhari: Nigeria former president buried at home in Daura - BBCMuhammadu Buhari: Nigeria former president buried at home in Daura  BBC

Wafcon 2024: Nigeria seal 10th title with comeback against Morocco - BBCWafcon 2024: Nigeria seal 10th title with comeback against Morocco  BBC

Nigeria’s Justin Madugu Named WAFCON 2024 Coach of the Tournament - cafonline.comNigeria’s Justin Madugu Named WAFCON 2024 Coach of the Tournament  cafonline.com

Nigeria Strengthens Diplomatic Ties with the Republic of Congo - Voice of NigeriaNigeria Strengthens Diplomatic Ties with the Republic of Congo  Voice of Nigeria

Nigeria: Amid record hunger and surging insecurity, emergency food assistance to stall entirely - UN NewsNigeria: Amid record hunger and surging insecurity, emergency food assistance to stall entirely  UN News

AI and immigration uncertainty threaten Nigeria’s dreams of becoming an outsourcing hot spot - Rest of WorldAI and immigration uncertainty threaten Nigeria’s dreams of becoming an outsourcing hot spot  Rest of World

Wafcon 2024 final: Hosts Morocco stand in way of Nigeria's 10th title - BBCWafcon 2024 final: Hosts Morocco stand in way of Nigeria's 10th title  BBC

Congo seeks Nigeria’s backing for UNESCO leadership - The Guardian Nigeria NewsCongo seeks Nigeria’s backing for UNESCO leadership  The Guardian Nigeria News

Learning from the past to build better healthcare in Nigeria - RocheLearning from the past to build better healthcare in Nigeria  Roche

AfroBasket 2025: Nigeria’s D’Tigress set for fierce semifinal battle against Senegal - Premium Times NigeriaAfroBasket 2025: Nigeria’s D’Tigress set for fierce semifinal battle against Senegal  Premium Times Nigeria

NLC reject policy wey wan stop workers from going on strike in Nigeria - BBCNLC reject policy wey wan stop workers from going on strike in Nigeria  BBC

THE BEARING: Why Pre-Marital Medical Tests Are Increasing In Northern Nigeria - Daily TrustTHE BEARING: Why Pre-Marital Medical Tests Are Increasing In Northern Nigeria  Daily Trust

Top 3 ways to receive international payments in Nigeria - NairametricsTop 3 ways to receive international payments in Nigeria  Nairametrics

Minister visits Ghana, responds to ‘Nigeria must go’ protest - Premium Times NigeriaMinister visits Ghana, responds to ‘Nigeria must go’ protest  Premium Times Nigeria

Premium Gun Grips Compatible Replacement For 1911 Nigeria - roarmag.orgPremium Gun Grips Compatible Replacement For 1911 Nigeria  roarmag.org

‘Nigeria-must-go’ - Vanguard News‘Nigeria-must-go’  Vanguard News

Largest YouTube channels owned by movie producers in Nigeria - NairametricsLargest YouTube channels owned by movie producers in Nigeria  Nairametrics

Wafcon 2024: Nigeria thrash Zambia 5-0 to reach semi-finals - BBCWafcon 2024: Nigeria thrash Zambia 5-0 to reach semi-finals  BBC

Nigeria’s Brics partnership: economist outlines potential benefits - The ConversationNigeria’s Brics partnership: economist outlines potential benefits  The Conversation

Nigeria - General DebateNigeria  General Debate

NIS warns Nigerians against misusing US visas - Vanguard NewsNIS warns Nigerians against misusing US visas  Vanguard News

Nigeria’s illegal gold trade – elites and bandits are working together - The ConversationNigeria’s illegal gold trade – elites and bandits are working together  The Conversation

Nigeria vs Morocco highlight: Nigeria beat Morocco 3-2 to win 10th Wafcon title - BBCNigeria vs Morocco highlight: Nigeria beat Morocco 3-2 to win 10th Wafcon title  BBC