Trivia in Nigeria

National symbols

Flag: Three vertical stripes of green-white-green. White represents peace and unity, green symbolizes the land and agricultural resources.

Emblem: A silver shield with a black Y-shape (representing the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers) supported by two white horses, with a red eagle and the motto "Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress."

Trivia & facts

• Nigeria's film industry, known as "Nollywood," produces over 2,000 films annually.
• Lagos State has a population of approximately 21 million, making it the largest urban area in sub-Saharan Africa.
• The Yoruba people have the world's highest rate of twin births.
• Traditional fabrics like "Aso-oke" and "Ankara" are staple wedding attire.
• The eagle on the national coat of arms is a "red-crowned crane," symbolizing strength and dignity.
• Over 500 languages are spoken nationwide, making Nigeria one of the most linguistically diverse countries.
• Nigerian cocoa ranks fourth in global production.
• About 40% of the population is under 25 years old, reflecting a very young demographic.
• "Afrobeat" music, originating in Nigeria, was pioneered by Fela Kuti.
• Nigeria is infamously known as the origin of internet scams called "Nigerian letters."