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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Abuja • Africa/Lagos

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Country Information

Capital
Abuja
Population
71,627,493
Area
923,768 km²
Largest City
Lagos
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
NG / NGA
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
English
Currency
Nigerian Naira (₦) - ₦100
Coordinates
Decimal:9.0579, 7.4951
DMS:9°03′28″N, 7°29′42″E
Elevation
Highest:2,419 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:1,210 m
International Dialing Code
+234

Time Zones

• Africa/Lagos| WAT (UTC+1)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Sokoto
Southernmost
Obonoma
Easternmost
Gamboru
Westernmost
Irewe

About Nigeria

•Nigeria is known for its rich cultural diversity, with over 250 ethnic groups, each with its own unique traditions and languages.
•The country has a vibrant music scene and is the birthplace of Afrobeat, a genre popularized by musicians like Fela Kuti.
•Nigeria has a significant film industry, often referred to as Nollywood, which produces thousands of films each year and has gained international recognition.
•The Nok culture, which existed in Nigeria around 1000 BC to 300 AD, is known for its terracotta sculptures and is one of the earliest known civilizations in West Africa.
•Nigeria is home to the Niger River, the third-longest river in Africa, which plays a crucial role in the country's agriculture and economy.
•The country is rich in natural resources, particularly oil, and is one of the largest oil producers in Africa.
•Nigeria celebrates various festivals, such as the Osun-Osogbo Festival, which honors the goddess of fertility and is a UNESCO-recognized cultural event.
•Islam and Christianity are the two predominant religions in Nigeria, and the country is known for its religious diversity and coexistence.
•The Aso Rock is a notable geographical landmark in Abuja, the capital city, and serves as an important symbol of Nigeria's political power.
•Nigeria's traditional art forms, including beadwork, weaving, and pottery, reflect its cultural heritage and are celebrated both locally and internationally.
•The country has made significant contributions to literature, with renowned authors such as Chinua Achebe and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie gaining global acclaim.
•The annual Lagos Fashion Week showcases the creativity and talent of Nigerian designers, promoting the country's fashion industry on an international scale.
•Nigeria's cuisine is diverse, with popular dishes such as jollof rice, suya, and pounded yam, which reflect the country's rich agricultural resources.
•The country is home to several national parks, including Yankari National Park, which is famous for its warm springs and diverse wildlife.

Cities in Nigeria

Showing 10 cities (top 50 by population + business hubs). Click any city to view detailed time information.

Cities by Population

LagosKanoIbadanAbujaPort HarcourtKadunaBenin CityOnitshaAbaMaiduguriIlorinJosSokotoZariaEnuguWarriAkureBauchiKatsinaOsogboGombeIle-IfeIkareYolaUyoAdo-EkitiOgbomoso

Cities in Nigeria

Columns218 cities
City Name
Population
Area
City Center Elevation
Time Zone
UTC Offset
15,388,000
1,171.3 km²
10 m
WAT
UTC+1
4,910,000
2,455 km²
483 m
WAT
UTC+1
3,649,000
1,825 km²
183 m
WAT
UTC+1
AbujaCAPITAL
2,690,000
1,345 km²
476 m
WAT
UTC+1
2,120,000
1,060 km²
16 m
WAT
UTC+1
1,850,000
925 km²
626 m
WAT
UTC+1
1,782,000
891 km²
88 m
WAT
UTC+1
1,553,000
777 km²
56 m
WAT
UTC+1
1,160,000
580 km²
64 m
WAT
UTC+1
1,110,000
555 km²
326 m
WAT
UTC+1
1,080,000
540 km²
319 m
WAT
UTC+1
1,040,000
520 km²
1,185 m
WAT
UTC+1
1,040,000
520 km²
293 m
WAT
UTC+1
980,000
490 km²
645 m
WAT
UTC+1
950,000
475 km²
187 m
WAT
UTC+1
910,000
455 km²
6 m
WAT
UTC+1
736,072
368 km²
301 m
WAT
UTC+1
735,000
368 km²
66 m
WAT
UTC+1

Popular Cities in Nigeria

LagosKanoIbadanAbujaPort Harcourt
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