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The US President has ordered the Department of War to prepare for possible military action in Nigeria.
About Nigeria
- Location: It is a country located on the western coast of Africa. It is often called the “Giant of Africa.”
- Boundaries: It is bordered to the north by Niger, to the east by Chad and Cameroon, and to the west by Benin. It also has a coastline on the Gulf of Guinea.
- It is also Africa’s most populous country.
- Capital: Abuja
Geographical Features of Nigeria
- Climate: Nigeria has a diverse geography, with climates ranging from arid to humid equatorial.
- Drainage: The major drainage areas in Nigeria are the Niger-Benue basin, the Lake Chad basin, and the Gulf of Guinea basin.
- River: The Niger River, for which the country is named, and the Benue, its largest tributary, are the principal rivers.
- Major Mountain Range: Cameroonian Highlands
- Natural Resources: It has abundant natural resources, notably large deposits of petroleum and natural gas.
Source: IE
Nigeria FAQs
Q1: Which countries share a border with Nigeria?
Ans: Niger, Chad, Cameroon, and Benin
Q2: What is the capital of Nigeria?
Ans: Abuja
