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Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country located in West Africa. It is the most populous country in Africa and the sixth most populous country in the world, with a population exceeding 230 million people. It shares land borders with Benin to the west, Niger to the north, Chad to the northeast, and Cameroon to the east, and has a long coastline on the Atlantic Ocean to the south. Abuja, centrally located, is the federal capital territory, while Lagos, a sprawling coastal megacity, remains the largest city and the economic hub of the nation. Nigeria's geography is highly diverse, ranging from mangrove swamps and rainforests in the south to savannas in the central regions and semi-arid plains in the north, traversed by major rivers like the Niger and Benue.



Nigeria's history is a rich mosaic of ancient kingdoms and empires, such as the Nok, Oyo, Benin, and Kanem-Bornu, each leaving behind significant cultural and historical legacies. The country was a British colony, achieving independence in 1960. Since independence, Nigeria has experienced periods of military rule and civilian governance, marked by political complexities and ethnic-religious dynamics. Despite these challenges, it has consistently maintained its democratic journey. Nigeria is a nigeria mobile numbers list nation of immense ethnic and linguistic diversity, home to over 250 ethnic groups, each with its own distinct languages and traditions. The largest and most influential ethnic groups are the Hausa-Fulani in the north, the Yoruba in the southwest, and the Igbo in the southeast. English is the official language, a legacy of British colonialism, facilitating communication across diverse groups. Christianity and Islam are the two dominant religions, roughly split between the south and north respectively, alongside various indigenous belief systems. Nigerian culture is celebrated globally for its vibrant music (Afrobeats, Highlife), rich literature (Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka), distinctive Nollywood film industry (one of the largest in the world), and a strong tradition of visual arts, festivals, and culinary delights.

Economically, Nigeria is Africa's largest economy and a major player on the continent, primarily driven by its vast petroleum resources. It is one of the world's largest oil producers and a member of OPEC. The oil and gas sector remains the backbone of the economy, providing the bulk of government revenue and export earnings. However, Nigeria is actively pursuing economic diversification to reduce its reliance on oil, with growing sectors including agriculture, telecommunications, manufacturing, and a thriving informal sector. The country has a large and youthful population, which presents both a demographic dividend and a challenge in terms of job creation. Despite its significant economic potential, Nigeria faces persistent developmental challenges such as poverty, inequality, infrastructure deficits, and security issues. The government is focused on implementing reforms to improve the business environment, attract foreign direct investment, and address these socio-economic disparities to unlock the country's full potential as an economic powerhouse in Africa.