Nigeria is a country in West Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Nigeria that most people don't know.
Nigeria is home to Nollywood — the world's second-largest film industry by volume, producing over 2,500 movies per year. The country also has more English speakers than England, and Lagos is Africa's largest city by population.
Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa with 220 million people.
Nollywood — Nigeria's film industry — produces more films per year than Hollywood.
Nigeria has the largest economy in Africa.
Lagos is the fastest-growing megacity in the world.
Nigeria is home to Nollywood — the world's second-largest film industry by volume, producing over 2,500 movies per year. The country also has more English speakers than England, and Lagos is Africa's largest city by population.
Nigeria is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A massive 725m monolith rising dramatically from the plains near Abuja — Nigeria's unofficial emblem
A UNESCO sacred forest of Yoruba shrines and sculptures along a river
Nigeria's premier wildlife reserve with hippos, elephants and rare West African lions
The pulsating heart of Africa's largest city — a mosaic of colonial buildings and street life
Nigeria is home to Nollywood — the world's second-largest film industry by volume, producing over 2,500 movies per year. The country also has more English speakers than England, and Lagos is Africa's largest city by population.
The capital of Nigeria is Abuja.
Nigeria has a population of approximately 222M.
The official language of Nigeria is English.
Nigeria gained independence in 1960.
Nigeria uses the Naira (NGN).