National flag of Nigeria

Flag of Nigeria
The official name of Nigeria (NGA) is Federal Republic of Nigeria and consists of Green and white flag colors. The capital city of Nigeria is Abuja. Nigeria has the total estimated population as of 2021 is 178,517,000 or 178.5 M based on 37 states, 72 cities. The independence day is celebrated on October 1, 1960 and the founder of Nigeria is Nnamdi Azikiwe.

178,517,000
(178.5 M)

Population

923,768.0 km2
(356,668.672336 sqm)

Area

Africa

Continent

UTC+01:00

Timezones

About Nigeria Flag

Nigeria flag
Nigeria Flag Colors   Green
  White
Meaning of Nigeria flag colors

Designed in 1959 and hoisted in 1960, Nigeria’s flag has three vertical stripes.
Green: the two green bands link to the natural resources.
White: Peace in Nigeria.


Nigeria Flag Proportion Ratio 1:2
Nigeria Flag Proportion in Decimal 2.0
Official Nigeria's Flag Adoption Date October 1, 1960 (63 years, 5 months ago)

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Neighboring Countries of Nigeria

Benin

Cameroon

Chad

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