Nigeria Statistics
Population
Total GDP
GDP Per capita
Human Development Index (HDI)
About Nigeria
Nigeria is Africa's most populous country with 223 million people and largest economy. The nation has significant oil production and growing Nollywood film industry. Nigerian culture celebrates diversity with over 250 ethnic groups and 500 languages.
The country has tropical climate with rainforest south and savanna north. Nigeria has federal republic with complex ethnic and religious dynamics. The nation has oil wealth, agriculture, and emerging technology sectors.
Lagos is commercial capital while Abuja is political capital with planned development. Nigeria has vibrant music scene including Afrobeats influencing global culture. The country has English as official language with numerous indigenous languages.
Traditional Nigerian culture includes colorful festivals, traditional arts, and religious celebrations. The nation has religious diversity with Christianity, Islam, and traditional beliefs. Nigerian cuisine features jollof rice, pepper soup, and regional specialties.
The population growth makes Nigeria projected to become world's third most populous by 2050. Nigeria offers cultural dynamism, economic potential, and African leadership in giant nation.
Geographic Distribution
Economic Indicators
Demographic Distribution
Population Data by Years
| Year | Total Population | Annual Change | Density People/KM2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2100 | 476.747.781 | +0.03% | 523.5 |
| 2090 | 471.885.519 | +0.2% | 518.1 |
| 2080 | 457.921.590 | +0.43% | 502.8 |
| 2070 | 433.485.694 | +0.69% | 476 |
| 2060 | 399.785.267 | +0.95% | 439 |
| 2050 | 359.185.556 | +1.24% | 394.4 |
| 2040 | 312.710.416 | +1.61% | 343.3 |
| 2030 | 262.380.969 | +1.95% | 288.1 |
| 2025 NOW | 237.527.782 | +2.08% | 260.8 |
| 2020 | 213.996.181 | +2.15% | 235 |
| 2015 | 190.671.878 | +2.57% | 209.4 |
| 2010 | 166.642.886 | +2.83% | 183 |
| 2005 | 145.017.253 | +2.81% | 159.2 |
| 2000 | 126.382.494 | +2.71% | 138.8 |
| 1995 | 110.819.428 | +2.67% | 121.7 |
| 1990 | 97.120.925 | +2.74% | 106.6 |
| 1985 | 84.897.973 | +2.87% | 93.2 |
| 1980 | 73.764.641 | +3.17% | 81 |
| 1975 | 63.410.815 | +2.81% | 69.6 |
| 1970 | 55.893.838 | +2.31% | 61.4 |
| 1965 | 50.086.764 | +2.19% | 55 |
| 1960 | 45.053.782 | +2.02% | 49.5 |
| 1955 | 40.935.635 | +1.89% | 44.9 |
| 1950 | 37.283.010 | - | 40.9 |
