Demographics of Nigeria

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and the sixth most populous in the world. Nigeria is also one of the most densely populated countries in Africa, with approximately 242 million people as of 2026 in an area of 923,768 km2 (356,669 sq mi). 54.3% of Nigerians are urban dwellers, with the annual rate of urbanisation being estimated at 3.92%. Nigeria is home to 250 ethnic groups speaking over 500 languages and the variety of customs and traditions among them gives the country great cultural diversity.