Nigeria
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 923,768 km²
- Capital
- Abuja
- ISO
- NG
What the flag means
The green bands on both sides are said to stand for the rich forests and farming, and the white in the center for peace and unity. The flag is based on a design chosen in a public contest in 1959.
Fun facts
- FlagNigeria’s green-white-green flag was designed by Akinkunmi, who was a student in London at the time.
- GeographyNigeria is named after the Niger River, which flows through the country.
- CultureNigeria’s film industry is called “Nollywood,” after Hollywood.
- CultureIn 1991, Nigeria’s capital was moved from coastal Lagos to inland Abuja.
