Passport: Nigeria
Updated: February 19, 2009
As the most populated nation in Africa, Nigeria, officially named the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has a population of 146,255,312 people according to the World Factbook.Though the country is known for civil unrest and political corruption, a rich cultural background dating back thousands of years lingers in many Southern communities where they still practice ancient traditions in art and worship.
The capital of Nigeria, Abuja, is a planned city built in the middle of the country to symbolize its neutrality among ethnic and religious groups. Abuja became the nation's capital in December 1991 and has since become a financial epicenter.
To discover more about Nigeria check out the quiz and gallery below.
View amazing photos of culture in Nigeria - from fishing festivals to the wives of tribal kings.
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