Nigeria

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Nigeria
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National Flower

• The Nigerian national flower is the Coctu
  Spectabilis. It is a very common sight in the
  Guinea Savanna, occupying nearly half of the
  country's land area.

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National Emblem

• The black shield represents Nigeria's good earth
  while the two horses on each side represent
  dignity.
• The eagle represents strength, while the green
  and white bands on the top of the shield
  represent the rich agricultural land of the
  country.

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National Costume

• The Egungun association honours spirits of the
  ancestors and invokes their protection or aid.
• It is colourful and is woven across.

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Capital city

• Abuja is the capital city of Nigeria, with an
  estimated population of 2.5 million. When it was
  decided to move the national capital from Lagos
  in 1976, a capital territory was chosen for a new
  city, located near the centre of the country.

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Facts

• Nigeria is the seventh largest country in Africa
• More than 100 million people live in Nigeria
• Great Britain ruled Nigeria from 1900 to 1960
• Today Nigeria is a federation with 30 states
• Abuja is now the new capital city
• English is the nations main language
• The unemployment rate is 2.9
• The highest mountain is 2420 meters high
• The longest river has an area of 923,768 sq. km

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