Nigeria is a country located on the West Coast of Africa. It is bordered by the Republic of Benin, Chad, Cameroon, and Niger. Nigeria has the largest population of all the African nations.

Nigeria is rich in petroleum, coal, and tin, as well as iron ore, limestone, lead, zinc, and fertile land. Despite this, political strife, military insurgence, and government mismanagement since independence have kept Nigeria from achieving its potential level of prosperity.

Nigerians have contributed to the artistic world through literature, music, and film. Famous Nigerians include Wole Soyink, Chinua Achebe, Fela Kuti, and King Sunny Ade.