| Area Total | 923,768 sq km |
| Climate | varies; equatorial in south, tropical in center, arid in north |
| Natural Resources | natural gas, petroleum, tin, iron ore, coal, limestone, niobium, lead, zinc, arable land |
| Imports | China 21.1%, Belgium 8.7%, US 8.4%, South Korea 7.5%, UK 4.4% (2017) – machinery, transportation equipment, petroleum products, electricity, fertilizer, foodstuffs, clothing |
| Exports | India 30.6%, US 12.1%, Spain 6.6%, China 5.6%, France 5.5%, Netherlands 4.4%, Indonesia 4.4% (2017) – petroleum and petroleum products 95%, cocoa, rubber (2012 est.) |
| Government | federal presidential republic |
| Capital | Abuja |
| Population | 214,028,302 (July 2020 est.) |
| Ethnicity | Hausa 30%, Yoruba 15.5%, Igbo (Ibo) 15.2%, Fulani 6%, Tiv 2.4%, Kanuri/Beriberi 2.4%, Ibibio 1.8%, Ijaw/Izon 1.8%, other 24.7% (2018 est.) note: Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, is composed of more than 250 ethnic groups |
| Language | English (official), Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo (Ibo), Fulani, over 500 additional indigenous languages |
News about Nigeria
- EPL: SuperComputer predicts title winners after Arsenal win, Man City draw at West Hamby Ifreke Inyang (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
The Opta SuperComputer has all but confirmed Arsenal as the 2025/2026 Premier League title winners. In an updated analysis posted on Saturday night, the Gunners have been given a 97.57% chance of becoming champions. This follows their dramatic 2-0 victory over Everton, with late goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Max Dowman. Arsenal have been projected EPL: […]
- War: Ukraine slams Iran after threat over drone supportby Wale Odunsi (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Ukraine has denounced Iran’s declaration that its technical assistance to Tehran’s adversaries in the war could make the European nation a lawful target. Iranian lawmaker, Ebrahim Azizi on Saturday said Ukraine has effectively become involved in the combat through its “drone support to the Israeli regime.” In a post on X, Azizi, head of the War: […]
- US reveals identity of six soldiers feared dead in KC-135 refueling aircraft crashby Matthew Atungwu (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
The Pentagon has identified the six service members, who were killed when a US KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Thursday. No fewer than three of the Air Force airmen were assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing, MacDill Air Force Base in Florida. The Pentagon listed the deceased service members as: Maj. US reveals identity of six […]
- Iran War: US Military releases identities of six American soldiers killed in Iraqby Akinbayo Wahab (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
The Pentagon on Saturday released the identities of six US crew members killed during the crash of a refueling aircraft in western Iraq earlier this week, which authorities said was not caused by “hostile fire.” The KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, bringing the number of US troops killed in operations The post Iran […]
- Troops arrest suspected high-profile criminal in Benueby Hadiza Musa (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Troops under Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested a suspected high-profile criminal during an operation in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. The development was disclosed in a post shared on X on Saturday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the post, the suspect was arrested during an intelligence-led operation carried out by troops […]
- Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue cleric in Kadunaby Hadiza Musa (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Troops of Operation Safe Haven have foiled an attempted kidnapping and rescued a cleric in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The development was disclosed in a post shared on X on Saturday by security analyst, Zagazola Makama. According to the post, the incident occurred in the early hours of March 14 when suspected Troops foil kidnap attempt, […]
- Police begin investigation into death of NSCDC personnel in Kano attackby Hadiza Musa (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
The Kano State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of a personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) who was attacked by hoodlums during an empowerment programme in Tudun Wada Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed this in a Police begin […]
- EPL: Arteta reveals what he told Arsenal’s Dowman before playing him against Evertonby Don Silas (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has revealed what he told Max Dowman before bringing him on to play against Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. Recall that Dowman replaced Martin Zubimendi in the second half of the encounter at the Emirates Stadium. The England youngster went on to score a late stoppage-time goal for the EPL: Arteta reveals what he […]
- Israel clears air on Netanyahu’s death rumoursby Matthew Atungwu (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
The office of Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has cleared the air over his rumoured death. It dismissed viral social media claims suggesting the Prime Minister had been assassinated following the escalating conflict involving Israel, the United States and Iran. “These are fake news; the Prime Minister is fine,” the Prime Minister’s office […]
- Transfer: Barcelona eyes Chelsea’s Pedro Neto as alternative to Marcus Rashfordby Don Silas (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Barcelona is considering a move to sign Chelsea winger, Pedro Neto as an alternative to Marcus Rashford. Rashford joined Barcelona on loan from Manchester United last summer and has impressed this season for the Blaugrana. The Englishman has scored 10 goals and registered 13 assists so far for the Catalan club. Barcelona have the option Transfer: Barcelona […]
- EPL: He glides past people like Messi – John Terry hails Arsenal starby Don Silas (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Chelsea legend, John Terry, has hailed Arsenal attacking midfielder Max Dowman, comparing him to Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi. Terry’s comments came after Dowman netted a goal in Arsenal’s impressive 2-0 victory over Everton in the Premier League on Saturday. Following the match at the Emirates Stadium, the former England defender noted how Dowman […]
- Trump urges UK, other nations’ to send warships to protect Strait of Hormuzby Akinbayo Wahab (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
US President Donald Trump called for other nations’ warships to help protect world oil supplies passing through the Strait of Hormuz, still virtually blocked Sunday by the threat of Iranian attacks. Despite sustaining heavy bombardments since US-Israeli forces launched a war against Iran on February 28, Tehran has defied Trump’s assertion that its […]
- Vacate your ports, docks – Iran sends message to UAE, vows to escalate warby John Owen Nwachukwu (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Iran has issued a warning of potential escalation in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East by threatening to target any facilities associated with the United States in the region. Iran has stated that its neighboring countries must demonstrate their support for the US-Israel military actions by expelling American diplomats from their territories. This […]
- Strait of Hormuz: US won’t do this one alone – Trump sends message to other countriesby John Owen Nwachukwu (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
United States President Donald Trump has sent out a message to the countries of the world to join hands in securing the Strait of Hormuz. Writing on Truth Social, Trump said that the US has done its part in decimating Iran militarily and economically but insisted that other nations who depend on the Strait of Strait of Hormuz: US won’t do this one alone […]
- War: ‘I have been surprised’ – Trump opens up on Iran’s strategyby John Owen Nwachukwu (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
President of the United States of America Donald Trump has expressed surprise that US allies in the Gulf have been targeted by Iran. Trump described this as the ‘biggest surprise of the whole thing.’ Trump told NBC News that he is “surprised” that Iran has chosen to hit US allies in the Gulf in the War: ‘I have been surprised’ – Trump opens […]
- Ramadan Talk Day 26: Essence of Zakatul Fitrby Akinbayo Wahab (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
Zakatul Fitr serves as a form of spiritual cleansing, completing the fasting experience and helping to compensate for shortcomings. The post Ramadan Talk Day 26: Essence of Zakatul Fitr appeared first on Vanguard News.
- Turkey: Osimhen, Onuachu create histories in Galatasaray, Trabzonspor winsby John Owen Nwachukwu (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Super Eagles forwards, Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu have maintained their impressive performances for Galatasaray and Trabzonspor respectively on Saturday, netting crucial goals for their club sides and entering record books. Osimhen scored in Galatasaray’s 3-0 triumph over Istanbul Basaksehir during Round 26 of the Süper Lig. His goal, which was the […]
- N-Delta Group to FG: Decentralise pipeline surveillance in oil communitiesby Nwafor (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
A pan–Niger Delta group has asked the Federal Government to decentralise pipeline surveillance operations across oil-producing communities. The post N-Delta Group to FG: Decentralise pipeline surveillance in oil communities appeared first on Vanguard News.
- EPL title: When it’s not possible, we will congratulate Arsenal – Guardiolaby Ifreke Inyang (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has insisted that the Premier League title race is “not over” despite their 1-1 draw with West Ham on Saturday. Ahead of the match at the London Stadium, Guardiola had claimed his team would be out of the running if they don’t pick up maximum points. Bernardo Silva gave City EPL title: When it’s not possible, […]
- EPL: Why Man City has been punished this season – Guardiolaby Ifreke Inyang (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has claimed his team has been “punished” this season for failing to score more goals. Guardiola was speaking to the media after watching his side play out a 1-1 draw with West Ham on Saturday evening. The result leaves City nine points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal, who have played EPL: Why Man City has […]
- EPL: It will be a miracle if Man City win title – Joe Coleby Ifreke Inyang (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Former England playmaker, Joe Cole, has said it would be a miracle if Manchester City win the Premier League title this season. Cole was speaking on TNT Sports, following City’s 1-1 draw with West Ham on Saturday night. Bernardo Silva’s cheeky opener was cancelled out by Kostantinos Mavropanos’ bullet header in the first half. The EPL: It will be a […]
- Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Sunday morningby Ochogwu Sunday (Daily Post Nigeria) on March 15, 2026
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, on Saturday, gave President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a pass mark on his performance in office, saying the Nigerian leader is doing his best across key sectors of governance. Gowon spoke with journalists after paying a courtesy visit to Nigerian […]
- NCAA summons Air Peace over stranded passengers, flight disruptionsby Nwafor (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, weekend, summoned the largest airline in the country, Air Peace, over what it described as unexplained disruptions. The post NCAA summons Air Peace over stranded passengers, flight disruptions appeared first on Vanguard News.
- Middle East War: No petrol, no food for Nigeriansby olufemiajasa (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
AS pump price of petrol continues to rise following the war in the Middle East which hiked the price of crude, Civil Society Organizations, CSOs, and farmers have warned about the grave implications and dangers the situation poses to the economy and Nigerians. The post Middle East War: No petrol, no food for Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.
- Video/Photos: Why I visited Tinubu – Gowonby Oboh (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
“So, I can assure you, the government is handling it the best way it can to ensure that Nigeria, in the end, can achieve the peace" The post Video/Photos: Why I visited Tinubu – Gowon appeared first on Vanguard News.
- Kadpoly Alumnus defends student over dress code controversyby Nwafor (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
A Mass Communication alumnus of Kaduna Polytechnic, Okpani Austine Agbo Emmanuel, has defended a student who recently raised concerns over the alleged overzealous enforcement of the institution’s dress code, describing her action as courageous and necessary. The post Kadpoly Alumnus defends student over dress code controversy appeared first on Vanguard […]
- NYCOP inaugurates Kaduna leadership to boost Youth Developmentby Nwafor (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
The President of the Nigeria Youth Cooperation and Progress (NYCOP), Abdulrahman Bashir Saleh, has inaugurated the leadership of the Kaduna State wing of the organisation as part of efforts to strengthen its structure and expand youth development initiatives across the country. The post NYCOP inaugurates Kaduna leadership to boost Youth Development appeared […]
- BORNO 2027: Battle for Zulum’s successor intensifiesby olufemiajasa (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
…as Dalori under pressure to join race By Ndahi Marama, Mqaiduqguri As the 2027 general elections are fast approaching, with permutations from different interest groups, the former Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Borno State, Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori, who is now the Deputy National Chairman, DNC (North) of the party, is under pressure […]
- Edo NAWOJ urges support for elderly careby Nwafor (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
The Edo State chapter of the Nigerian Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has called on individuals, corporate organisations and government institutions to make deliberate provisions for the care and welfare of the elderly. The post Edo NAWOJ urges support for elderly care appeared first on Vanguard News.
- Edo Ex-Council Chairman declares for House of Representativesby Nwafor (News Archives - Vanguard News) on March 15, 2026
A former Chairman of Oredo Local Government Area in Edo State and founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Osaro Obazee, has declared his intention to contest for the party’s ticket to represent Oredo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, promising effective and quality representation. The post Edo Ex-Council Chairman […]
































