Nigeria is a country in Africa with a population of 242,235,855. Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country, bursting with energy from Lagos’s megacity buzz to the ancient walls of Kano. Nigerians are known for their entrepreneurial spirit, Nollywood films, and a dazzling array of languages and ethnic groups. Faith is a powerful force—Christianity dominates the south, Islam the north, and traditional religions thrive everywhere. Gospel music, mosque calls, and vibrant church services are part of daily life, and religious festivals often draw huge crowds.