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Nigeria

🌍 Africa

Population (2024)

229,152,690

229.2 million

Source: UN World Population Prospects 2024

Key Facts About Nigeria

  • Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, home to over 229 million people.
  • Lagos is one of Africa's largest cities, with a metropolitan population exceeding 15 million.
  • Nigeria has over 500 ethnic groups and languages, with Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo being the largest.
  • The country is the largest producer of oil in Africa and a major global exporter.
  • Nigeria's median age is around 18 years, reflecting one of the world's youngest populations.

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