Geography
Where is Nigeria located?
In West Africa.
What is the Nigerian film industry called?
Nollywood
Nigeria is a former colony of…
…the British Empire.
What is the Nigerian currency?
Naira
What is the name of the infamous Nigerian terrorist organization?
Boko Haram
Niger
What Nigerian language is also called „broken English“?
(Nigerian) Pidgin English
When did Nigeria gain independence?
1960
Which sector(s) dominate Nigeria‘s economy?
Oil (and gas)
What is the capital of Nigeria?
Abuja
Where is Lagos located?
In the south
Name a celebrity with Nigerian roots.
e.g. Fela Kuti, Wizkid, Taio Cruz, John Boyega, Forest Whitaker, Chamillionaire, Seal etc.
What type of government is run in Nigeria?
federal presidential republic
Name at least two challenges Nigeria struggles with.
e.g. corruption, governance/military issues, high unemployment and poverty rates, ethnic conflicts, security threats (terrorism), infrastructure deficits etc.
How many people live in Nigeria?
220 million
Name the four neighbouring states of Nigeria.
Niger, Chad, Cameroon, Benin
Who is the author of the novel „Americanah“?
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
When did the Nigerian civil war take place?
1967-1970
Why is Nigeria also called „The Giant of Africa“?
e.g. most populous country in Africa, largest economy, rich in natural resources etc.
What does „FGM“ mean?
Name Nigeria‘s climate zones.
Humid tropical, savannah, semi-arid, desert
Name the three major ethnic groups in Nigeria.
Hausa-Fulani, Yoruba, Igbo
Nigeria consists of how many states?
36
Which countries are the most important export and import partners?
India (export) and China (import)
What is the former capital of Nigeria?
Lagos (until 1991)