Population: 224 million
Nigeria has a population of 224 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $477 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Nigeria is $477 billion ($2,100 per capita).
Capital: Abuja
The capital city of Nigeria is Abuja. Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN).
Languages: English
Official/main languages: English. Area: 923,768 km². Continent: Africa.
Nigeria Overview
Nigeria (🇳🇬) is located in Africa with a total area of 923,768 km². The country has a population of 224 million and its capital is Abuja.
Economy
- GDP: $477 billion
- GDP per capita: $2,100
- Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Key Facts
- Capital: Abuja
- Languages: English
- Area: 923,768 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Nigeria profile
Use the population of 224 million together with the area of 923,768 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $477 billion and GDP per capita of $2,100 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Scope and freshness of the Nigeria profile
The profile brings together rounded demographic and economic reference values for Nigeria, its capital Abuja, and its place in Africa. Indicators can come from different reporting years, so changes in population, prices or exchange rates may not appear at the same time. The values are useful for comparison and geographic exploration, not as a live official statistical release.
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Nigeria data sources and update scope
This Nigeria profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Nigeria?
The population of Nigeria is approximately 224 million.
What is the GDP of Nigeria?
The GDP of Nigeria is approximately $477 billion, which translates to $2,100 per capita.
What is the capital of Nigeria?
The capital of Nigeria is Abuja.