Little point of correction,on the map you presented the Bight of Biafra should be on the right (Eastern Nigeria) and the Bight of Benin on the left (Western Nigeria) Thanks
Oga the new international map Says it's all bight of Benin. Untill there is new Sovereign government to change it back. It remains bight of Benin. Stop living in dreams
@@adesolaadetola2328 For the country to be great as a collective, its socio-economic stats should be super positive. I like the enthusiasm though...very Nigerian
Africa is massive and no one refers to countries there half the time.. just the continent itself. It’s always “Africa” anywhere else they specify the country or city. Strange stuff
@@MiloticFan No, it's simplification depending on context. There aren't any great powers on the Continent so not everyone breaks things down by country. It's simply less well known compared to other parts of the world when it comes to current country borders. Don't take it so personally.
in games like Overwatch and Valorant they specify it, so it's a good first step, Cypher is from Morocco, Astra is from Ghana, Ana and Pharah are from Egypt, and Doomfist and Orisa are from Nigeria
It's odd that you do not mention agriculture. The fundamental reason why countries such as Nigeria have such large populations, is because of the combined effects of geography and climate, and the types of crops that they have domesticated, that allows them to feed lots of people.
@@MAPS-dx5srI re-watched the video, He did mention agriculture, but very briefly. In per-industrial societies, agriculture is the primary reason why certain countries had such high population densities, and I don't think he paid enough attention to the unique history of agriculture in the region.
They're not being attacked, no one's being attacked. Well except just a few communal clashes between herds and farmers every now and then right now it's somewhat stable (referring to South-East, South-West, North-Central & South-South, I know "South-South" isn't a geological point but it is in Nigeria, the Northern parts of Nigeria are still hampered with insecurity tho especially in places like Borno & Zamfara). The economy is currently in a major free fall tho according to some articles I read earlier and inflation has also been on the increase lately (18-22%) making life somewhat difficult for Nigerians and limiting the purchasing powers of the citizens to the very few. Footnote : In context to the video on whether Nigeria could become a superpower by let's say 2050, I honestly doubt it, a lot has to change for that to happen like the economy, security, and corruption. Also, the mass migration of the educated elites/people to other countries for a better working condition/ better wage is already hampering hard in Nigerian's educational/literacy rates with very few of the professionals actually staying. So regardless, whatever the population size is tomorrow. If those problems aren't solved sooner enough, then I seriously fear what would be of Nigeria in the next 26 years.
@@voicecommunities4810 Nigeria's literally unpredictable, something new happens everyday. But according to some reports from Reuters, there was a case of kidnapping happening at a school in the state of Kastina where 50-100 students were taken by a group of bandits/gunmen
Good job on a complex subject! I spent a year of college in Nigeria. It was great! In history class, they said that malaria kept the British from moving in an taking land during the 1800's and early 1900's, the way they did in east and interior Africa - Kenya, Rhodesia. There, they took land and grew tobacco and other crops. The British stayed along the coast in West Africa, and bought and shipped out palm oil and other products. I'm not sure how this affected population growth, but it may have been a factor.
Your history class is full of lies. They couldn't advance because they were fought at every turn by the Nigerian populations. From the Benins war to the Emekuku wars etc
@@buway1 it's not, it's very basic knowledge that until things like quinine were discovered african tropical diseases did to Europeans what european diseases did to native americans
@@buway1 How can you say "Your history class is full of lies"? Such a sweeping statement shows you to be a very ignorant (and arrogant) person. Before you throw insults, do some proper research into African history, and try to read different perspectives. African history is rich and complex. Don't simplify it like ignorant people from other parts of the world.
Respect to you for your deep knowledge and how you covered the significance of Nigeria in the region, its future potential and the history of the region. You did your research well on the geography of the area. ❤🇳🇬👌🏽
@@UserDontiAS i know you would have liked it if he had said one bad thing about Nigeria. Bad belle. For the records over 220m plus Nigerians live in Nigeria and there are a lot of us that do not have plans to leave the country.
There is no doubt that Nigeria's economy is big with diverse human capital. If resources are well harnessed, Nigeria will be great and the dividend will be felt by all in Africa. Africa is looking forward to Nigeria leading the way
Nigeria was not a country until the British showed up and lumped many big tribal nations (kingdoms)into one nation and made it a country so that explains why Nigeria so the called country has a large population.
@@MohammedAli-hl4mr What I said doesn’t not take away the idea that Nigeria as a country is blessed with so many things, which also explains why she has a larger population .
@@kareemdurrant139 Yes and Nigeria (land mass called Nigeria)had always been that place where people settled because of where it is located and abundant of natural resources and it made sense for a lot of people to feel reluctant to migrate to other places or explore other places when they had everything at their fingertips However, Nigeria would not have had the population if it was not created as one country or nation.
Essentially, the same factors you mentioned isn't typical or unique to the established frameworks for the creation of all African countries except a negligible few like Ethiopia which resisted colonial invasion and and partitioning carving out thier territorial boundaries
They will need the correct political environment, legal system, and cultural elements to become a super power. The question is: can they adopt those before their urbanization turns into the poison pill that kills them off?
It can't be understated that Nigeria has one of the longest and most extensive history of agriculture and urbanisation in Africa. It is also one of the largest west African countries geographically, with much of the land being densely populated unlike the North western African nations (Niger,Mali,Mauritania) whose geography is largely grassland and desert.
I could classify myself as a middle class Nigerian citizen. Not reach not poor and could afford literarily anything within my class. I was once one of the people that support the breakaway of Nigeria according to the region dominant tribe which would be Yoruba in the Western Region, Igbos in the Eastern Region, Hausa in the Northern Region and the Middlebelt. After many studies and research, I realized the only catastrophe that would be the most greatest in Nigeria history would be the very day we break apart. Our population and cultural diversity is what make us unique and fascinating. We might be facing lots of challenges right now due to corruption and bad leadership, I’m very sure we will get there. We are still a very young state with promising future and I’ll tell you one of the most cheapest country to live in Africa is Nigeria. Not from statistics but from my own traveling experiences. With good leadership and accountability with proper distribution of wealth, we will attain our super power status. We are one of the most brightest and smartest mind not in Africa but in the world. Not only that, we are though and resilient. We only need just one step and the Nigeria growth will grow spontaneously.
Delusional 😂 so many ethnic group and religion pack in such a small country literally created by England is nothing good. Nigeria a european creation. And Nigeria is not cheap at all, Lagos despite being the biggest city in the world with the worst infrastructures is still more expensive that more developped asian cities with higher wages and higher quality of life.
Separating Nigeria was never going to solve the issue ,look at Sudan and South Sudan ,they both separated and both countries are struggling ,Sudan is collapsing while South Sudan is among the most corrupted country in the world ,most of the oil wealth goes to the few top people ,the country is struggling economically,the reason why separating does not solve the economic issue is because the issue from the start was always corruption and bad leadership,if you want to fix the country you need to fix that
Nigeria as it stands is still a regional superpower that does not exercise its powers but if forced to would be more than happy. We have done it before. I do not support breaking up for the sole reason that it will not serve the direct interest of the masses but that of the anglozionist empire and its 5th and 6th columnists together with their 4th estate of the realm. it would be a vicious circle. Do you wonder why the empire started an active hybrid war in 2008 and has since lost both politically and militarily in 2015? It is not coincidental. Nigeria truly expired in 2014 and from their game plan, it is to break Nigeria into parts using their underdogs. This failed during the Biafran War. The plan then was to create smaller but more controllable regions and indebted them massively as you have in Qatar, UAE, and even Jordan. This plan failed and it would only serve the direct interest of the anglozoionist empire. This is the main reason their undergod Agui Ironsi stopped a regional government that was working in the interest of the people but not that of the puppet master. They have since failed. Nigeria honestly was never created for the people living within the borders of Nigeria. This is a fact. The reality is, the people in the boarders of Nigeria have been fighting to change the tide to favour them and you re absolutely right. Th purchasing power parity of the Naira is stronger than many European and American countries. That is a fact! Life expectancy, may be not so good but getting better than in the 80s. We will get there. I have said this about leadership: Nigeria is currently classified in my school of thought as a semi puppet state which is far better than a permanenet puppet state. What is missing is a Putin of Nigeria. We will get there eventually. It's a process and we are so close now than never ever!
@@naijalolade688 Ah conspiracy theories... They keep you energetic and fired up, and no one can reach into your mind and rip them out. Continue with your delulu, don't stop on my account
All Nigeria needs is for those who don't want to be part of it, to physically leave Nigerian territory, before seceding. Notion that you can start making claim of other territories in the common wealth, and claiming you developed regions that predate the existence of the country, especially after attempts at hostile takeovers, is delusional. Nigeria is a voluntary union. To lose status of a voluntary status, you would have had to prove yourself a threat to the union. Continuing to threaten the union, does not only hinder the potential of the members of such a union, but the regional development of the country. It holds the nation hostage to old paranoias and is the main cause of economic, social, educational, resource and technological stagnation. Anybody who wants to leave, should leave, without taking from others, what they have not brought to the table.
Sounds like Nigeria is kind of the China of Subsaharan Africa, in being quite populous and the home of many different civilizations from deep in ancient times.
In 2023, Nigerian singer Rema absolutely dominated the charts and was pretty much the most trending artist here in London where I live. I see this as a first outburst of a massive African cultural boom on the global scene already brewing.
There have been famous african artists before, Fela Kuti and King Sunny Ade were huge in their day. I say this just to say that while I am hopeful for increasing African cultural influence around the world, it is not guaranteed.
Geoff, a subject and video to consider is the Sahel region of Africa. Consider the weather pattern changes and increased rainfall in the "Nile/Blue Nile river regions. The Sahel will in due time become the "Bread basket" of Africa. I believe you'll find this subject matter interesting. Dig deep and find that Northern and North Western Africa was rather tropical at one time and may become so again. Cheers, Mate.
True, I wonder why black Americans are avoiding relocating to Liberia. That being said, I hope Liberia truly appreciate the sacrifices Nigeria made to save Liberia.
Correction the Dhar Tichitt Culture collapsed in the 800's---700's B.C.E transitioning to Wagadu statelets emerging between Early 600's---400s B.C.E coalescing into the Ghana Empire approximately the early 200's C.E. The 7th century is when The Ghana Empire became privy to Islamic world an subsequently everyone in proximity
@@wildearth3992 duh but if you look at history. One of the ways to predict a downfall or rise of civilization starts with the type of music that is created
We will soon start shrinking, Nigeria booming population growth is from cheap prices, oil wealth and agricultural production Now insecurity, inflation and corruption is the order of the day
@@Jayjay20015 Even your friends in the North, Niger, are shrinking. In 2008 they were 8.4 children per women and are now down to 6.4 children per woman.
I've long thought that an African country wouldn't win a FIFA World Cup because the talent they have is split up among too many countries but I wasn't aware of how populated Nigeria is and might have to make an exception when I say that from now on.
It doesn't work that way. USA and Australia can win the world cup. It's not that difficult. You can not win a fight against an opponent who's mentally superior to you. That's the difference, not the population.
@@SynergyEnergy33 Australia has 20 million people. They are always in the top medals at the Olympics. Australia can beat any Nigerian team in football even though Nigeria is by far the better team. And head to head show that.
@@lanla6838z 28 million. Australia could beat an African team in soccer/football but that's not exactly beating a European or South American team; they're more a cricket country, and they've produced a ton of talent in that sport.
😏 Indeed. Africa, particularly what they call sub-Saharan Africa, has the youngest population in the world by far; and, the trend will continue. 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾
How is that a good thing? We are only young because of high TFR, chiefly caused by low education rates, high female illiteracy, poor urbanization, high unemployment, low life expectancy etc. again, HOW IS THAT A GOOD THING?@@KaiPhD
Some of the reasons for the large population: Big land mass which is very fertile, suitable for agriculture all year round, no need for fertilisers so food is plentiful and quite cheap until recently with high inflation Abundant rainfall esp in the South, Middle belt; Culture, Nigerians are family oriented, you are expected to marry at a certain age and have children/family, a lady over 26 and unmarried wont rest from family pressure to settle down. 😂 abundant natural resources eg oil, gas, gold etc Multiple wives (polygamy esp among the muslims in Nortgern Nigeria, High fertility rate among the women- though its dropping in recent years better healthcare which has reduced child mortality rate, mass migration from neighbouring countries - result is about 30% of Nigeria s population consists of other Africans . There are other reasons but these are the few i can come up with
I perceive Nigeria as a sleeping giant. It is only a matter of time that Nigeria will arise and take it's rightful place. Nigerians are smart. Their season will come❤🎉
My Jottings from this Video😂❤ WHY NIGERIA HAS HIGH POPULATION 1. Historic Empires 2. Physical Geography 3. Abundance of Natural Resources 4. High Fertility Rate 5. More Large Cities
No matter the context, Simplification to the extent of a continent is a little odd . Country or even region (like Southeast Asia) is specific enough usually But I think part of the point here is that Africa isn’t specified where in, nearly as much as other continents. No matter, to each’s own
On the 3:15 marker you put the bight of benin and bight of biafra on the opposite sides, it’s the other way around (I’m a Nigerian and grew up in Nigeria) No judgement all love just thought to help with the little I know
Hi, I noticed when you talked specificly about the population of an urban area - Id think its more geological to use urban area statistics than the political. Id like to hear your take on this.
@@eldios831 yes show me one country in the world where protest is not going on right now? we are protesting against bad government and up rising because of bad leadership in this present government we are not known to be quiet we speak out when things are going wrong 😑
When you say there are questions about the accuracy of Nigeria's population, do you think the real number is larger or smaller than what's stated? That comment piqued my curiosity. Cheers!
The real population is believed to be smaller. The Northern region has historically held more power and for longer since 1960. They supposedly inflate the regions pop for internal elections and for international aid.
The last census in Nigeria was over 10 years ago so most of the population figures are mere speculations. The real figure is smaller than speculated, more likely 160m, at most 170m based on numbers from phone sim registrations
@blackcoraltv6787 I am a nigerian diaspora, and I want to ask you, do you think nigeria in the next 15-20 years can be in a different situation than now?
Geoff. I'm sure others have pointed out the error in the map of Nigeria you presented. . Bight of Benin is on the left, Western Nigeria side, near the country of Benin. Bight of Biafra is on the right, Eastern Nigeria side, near the country of Cameroon.
Most of the censuses since British colonial Nigeria had been fraudulent, so nobody is certain about the population though it is likely still the most populated country in Africa
Usually people of poorer countries have more children. Not just here but when Ireland was poor in the 50’s- 70’s. The baby boom period. Women gave birth to 6-10 children minimum. Same with China, India etc etc. Once a country become more educated, richer and a larger middle class. Family size decrease. The average size of Irish families is under 2 kids. Once African nations become richer and more educated. Family sizes will decrease too.
Would have been great if you mentioned the challenges with Boko Haram and other groups in the north. These will certainly continue to impact Nigeria's role in Africa and the world Anyway, great to see a video about Nigeria's geography!
Nigeria, despite being a mostly rural country, is surpassing the United States to become the 3rd most populated country in the world in the future. Is that true? And also, why does Nigeria have a very large population?
@@fallenclarasome state in Nigeria have more than 2 cities. If Accra with the population of just two hundred thousand can regard as a city then trust me there many cities in Nigeria that are silent in social media .
It is a big lie. Don't believe that shit, sir. The Nigerian population is over-estimated. I don't blame that on the world but the Nigerian leaders who are using it for their own selfish gain.
It's predicted that Nigeria will surpass the US in population very soon, while the area of Nigeria is just 9.4 % of the area of the US. A wave of emigration out of Nigeria in at least the tens of millions of people is the obvious outcome.
This is the main reason, why french won't ever be in the top 5 most spoken languages. Nigeria will dominate it's neighbours, economically and culturally, while their neo colonial ties to france continue to erode. I wouldn't be surprised, if the english speaking part of cameroon, benin, togo and ghana, form a new country, with nigeria. That is an even larger, core of west africa.
Nigeria is not going to dominate anyone in fact they're practically 3 countries in 1. The fundemental unity it takes to be a functioning nation yet alone a superpower is missing. Ghana as much as people don't want to admit itin the same way caused the rise of sovereign African states will spark the 2nd revolution for Africa. One of the few African countries to never have a terrorist attack. Despite having similar demographics to Nigeria with Christian south and a Muslim north has never had a civil war. In 2017 was the fastest growing economy. Although with some economic mismanagement with better leaderahip has potential. Despite having similar economic issues has minimal to no insecurity. 85% electrification and even supplying energy to other countries including Nigeria. Not to mention the first sub-saharan gain independence as a feat in of itself. Leaders in Ghana need to wake up and realise "the giant of Africa" is nothing but a slogan and if we don't take the drivers seat like Nkrumah did Africa will continue to remain in darkness.
Actually, French will be the most spoken european language in Africa in 2050 because despite its population, Nigeria is too corrupt, too diverse, unequal and unstable to become a superpower. The future of Africa is in smaller, but more stable countries, like Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana for example. People underestimate the importance of stability and no corruption to develop a strong state and enconomy.
@@Antarius1999 lol seems like you're not even an African cuz this take is the direct opposite of reality as we speak. The top 3 most influential countries in Africa is Nigeria, South Africa and Egypt. These countries you mentioned are struggling to be seen on the world map. Even with the curropt system in nigeria, they have managed to even get in more influential positions on the world stage. I suggest you do more research on this.
@@jeffreytube The only topic where Nigeria is dominant is demographics, and demographics do not make a country powerful if you cannot create jobs to absorb it (it's the Indian situation), moreover, stability and institutions are too weak to create a prosperous economy, that's why the countries i've mentionned are small in land area and population, but they are more likely to became "developed" country with high standard of living (in scale of Africa).
So the former Ghana empire was Mauritania 🇲🇷 and Mali 🇲🇱 and has NOTHING to do with present day Ghana 🇬🇭. That is very interesting and educative, lovely video.
Correction at 11 minutes: The population of the Kano state is way more than 10 million. Many people mistake the Kano city (metro area) population with the population of the whole Kano state.
Nigeria has high population because climate, geography, head start on agriculture (Nok culture) , and also political stability. Congo has climate, geography, but not a head start on agricultural nor political stability for long population growth. Story of Nigeria is similar to India and China.
Nigeria has more people than ALL Southern african countries combined!!!! This just made me realise how countries south of the equator are so sparsely populated!!!! Why do they have lower birth rates in the south. Eg Namibia has 2.5 million people only and botswana at 2.5 million as well... With south africa being the only country with a large population at 56million, which is still a bit low!!!!
Hi Geoff, Thank you for the video and thank you for the effort. I commend you. However, as a Nigerian living in Nigerian and well acquainted with our history and some of those of our neighbours, I think your facts are not too well grounded. Like other commentators have said, you forgot to mention the Old Oyo Empire, which had a significant impact in shaping the entire southwestern region of Nigeria from Benin Republic (Dahomey) to Edo (Bini Kingdom), you left out the important Kanem-Bornu empire, Ijaw-Urhobo kingdom among a vast host of others. Also, I would think that your points on why Nigeria has more population than others is not well grounded. Sorry that I criticised you.
That's not correct Sir, check your data very well, according to the census 2006 Kani has the highest population with about 9.5 million people followed by Lagos. But now you are saying 4 million I don't know where you get your data, there's an error in that data of course
Nigeria's population is inflated. How does a country have 220 million people but only 25 million voted in the election a few months ago? Not even twice Ghana's voter turnout and Ghana only has 33 million.
The number of registered voters are more than the number of people that actually voted. We had issued of electoral staffs refusing to give certain people their voters card because they think they will vote against the current party. There are also a lot of people that couldn't cast their vote on that day as well. There are also millions of people that don't participate in elections for personal reasons.
You are foolish to equate voters turn out with the general population. First and foremost there's voter's apathy in the last election, the people below the voting age in Nigeria, which is 18 is extremely large, so that's some of the reasons the turn out was very low. To add insult to injury, the Nigeria general population has lost interest in the electoral process in Nigeria. So,Dummy, the election day turn out has nothing to do with the general population of Nigeria. Get that to your sick skull
Nigeria's population is very inflated for political reasons. Lagos is literally the only city with traffic. Most of Nigerian cities look empty in comparison
Nearly 100 million adults registered to vote and millions more never registered to vote. Nigeria's median age is 18.1 years which means there's nearly another 100 million people under 18 years.
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Accra is not a small city. The government keeps shrinking the size of what is called Accra. Its actual population is somewhere between 3 to 6 million people.
Little point of correction,on the map you presented the Bight of Biafra should be on the right (Eastern Nigeria) and the Bight of Benin on the left (Western Nigeria) Thanks
I also noticed the mistake...
lol
That really confused me, since I knew that Benin the country took its name from the Bight of Benin.
Thanks for pointing that out.
Oga the new international map Says it's all bight of Benin. Untill there is new Sovereign government to change it back. It remains bight of Benin. Stop living in dreams
@@okaforkosiso1474sometimes you keep quiet if you have nothing to say. Who told you it's about sovereignty.
was in Lagos in Feb for work, would really like fo go back for leisure and more. 🇳🇬 Love from 🇿🇦
Where in Lagos were you? I’m from Nigeria and I can recommend some beautiful places to visit when you visit again😊
Nigeria: Great as individuals | Not so great as a collective due to the best being ruled by the worst
We are great as a collective. Now tell me which country doesn't have issues
@@adesolaadetola2328 For the country to be great as a collective, its socio-economic stats should be super positive. I like the enthusiasm though...very Nigerian
@@Favoulites I can say the same for your country. I love your ignorance. Very interesting
@@adesolaadetola2328 I am Nigerian bro 🤦♂
@@Favoulites good luck to you sis.
Africa is massive and no one refers to countries there half the time.. just the continent itself. It’s always “Africa” anywhere else they specify the country or city. Strange stuff
@@MiloticFan No, it's simplification depending on context. There aren't any great powers on the Continent so not everyone breaks things down by country. It's simply less well known compared to other parts of the world when it comes to current country borders. Don't take it so personally.
Let’s normalize it
@@Knight_Kin most African borders are also arbitrary colonial constructs in the first place. It's no wonder they don't hold much sway with locals
in games like Overwatch and Valorant they specify it, so it's a good first step, Cypher is from Morocco, Astra is from Ghana, Ana and Pharah are from Egypt, and Doomfist and Orisa are from Nigeria
Many of them don’t know Africa is a continent and not a country so they just refer to it like a country
You forgot to mention the Oyo Empire which span from Western Nigeria to present day Togo.
Oyo is not an empire,but a kingdom.... it's the Benin that have empires ok...
@@PrinceKehinde-v4r I can understand that you read your history upside-down, but exposing your ignorance online is beyond me.
@@Daseeker4895 Jesus Christ bro chill
You don't have to murder him like that
@@armsnnakwe2519 you nor sey sometimes when somebody say mumu thing, e beta to give am answer wey go let am understand sey e don mash line.
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It's odd that you do not mention agriculture. The fundamental reason why countries such as Nigeria have such large populations, is because of the combined effects of geography and climate, and the types of crops that they have domesticated, that allows them to feed lots of people.
W Fulani and Hausa herders
Agriculture is dead in Nigeria right now
Did you actually listen??? He said that
IT WAS THE FIRST REASON HE MENTIONED
@@MAPS-dx5srI re-watched the video, He did mention agriculture, but very briefly. In per-industrial societies, agriculture is the primary reason why certain countries had such high population densities, and I don't think he paid enough attention to the unique history of agriculture in the region.
The politicians in Nigeria are very corrupt. This along with such a high TFR means that they can't invest properly for the future population.
NFR_Agartala Bad politicians are not going to be in charge of Nigeria forever. There is going to be a political revolution eventually.
Does anyone know why the Christain people are being attacked in Nigeria right now?
They're not being attacked, no one's being attacked. Well except just a few communal clashes between herds and farmers every now and then right now it's somewhat stable (referring to South-East, South-West, North-Central & South-South, I know "South-South" isn't a geological point but it is in Nigeria, the Northern parts of Nigeria are still hampered with insecurity tho especially in places like Borno & Zamfara). The economy is currently in a major free fall tho according to some articles I read earlier and inflation has also been on the increase lately (18-22%) making life somewhat difficult for Nigerians and limiting the purchasing powers of the citizens to the very few.
Footnote : In context to the video on whether Nigeria could become a superpower by let's say 2050, I honestly doubt it, a lot has to change for that to happen like the economy, security, and corruption. Also, the mass migration of the educated elites/people to other countries for a better working condition/ better wage is already hampering hard in Nigerian's educational/literacy rates with very few of the professionals actually staying. So regardless, whatever the population size is tomorrow. If those problems aren't solved sooner enough, then I seriously fear what would be of Nigeria in the next 26 years.
@@fallenclara
You say no-one is being attacked?
Just a few communal clashes here and there??
Really???
@@voicecommunities4810 Nigeria's literally unpredictable, something new happens everyday. But according to some reports from Reuters, there was a case of kidnapping happening at a school in the state of Kastina where 50-100 students were taken by a group of bandits/gunmen
Watching from Nigeria 🇳🇬 🇳🇬 🇳🇬 🇳🇬
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Don’t scam me like India
Same bro
@@Minelaughter don't write silly comments like this
@@Minelaughter How is India a scam?
Thank you for this video information. I am a Nigerian who lives in California United States.
Thanks. I will forever think of you as Gee-Off though, being an actual Jeff.
yeah he sounds like a gee off or joff to me
Your knowledge of African geography is incredible. Stupendously accurate.
Very good and interesting information! thank you so much! greetings from Vancouver, Canada
Good job on a complex subject! I spent a year of college in Nigeria. It was great! In history class, they said that malaria kept the British from moving in an taking land during the 1800's and early 1900's, the way they did in east and interior Africa - Kenya, Rhodesia. There, they took land and grew tobacco and other crops. The British stayed along the coast in West Africa, and bought and shipped out palm oil and other products. I'm not sure how this affected population growth, but it may have been a factor.
Are you Nigerian?
Your history class is full of lies. They couldn't advance because they were fought at every turn by the Nigerian populations. From the Benins war to the Emekuku wars etc
@@buway1 it's not, it's very basic knowledge that until things like quinine were discovered african tropical diseases did to Europeans what european diseases did to native americans
@@MohammedAli-hl4mr it still does not negate my point.
@@buway1 How can you say "Your history class is full of lies"? Such a sweeping statement shows you to be a very ignorant (and arrogant) person. Before you throw insults, do some proper research into African history, and try to read different perspectives. African history is rich and complex. Don't simplify it like ignorant people from other parts of the world.
Respect to you for your deep knowledge and how you covered the significance of Nigeria in the region, its future potential and the history of the region. You did your research well on the geography of the area. ❤🇳🇬👌🏽
I LIVE IN NIGERIA 🇳🇬, I LOVE NIGERIA SO MUCH.. BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY
Where I am in akwa ibom
Why 🤣 runaway
@@UserDontiAS i know you would have liked it if he had said one bad thing about Nigeria. Bad belle.
For the records over 220m plus Nigerians live in Nigeria and there are a lot of us that do not have plans to leave the country.
Fortunately I understand 😊, 👍. Me from 🇿🇦
Slow down with the breeding 😂😂😂
There is no doubt that Nigeria's economy is big with diverse human capital. If resources are well harnessed, Nigeria will be great and the dividend will be felt by all in Africa. Africa is looking forward to Nigeria leading the way
Nigeria was not a country until the British showed up and lumped many big tribal nations (kingdoms)into one nation and made it a country so that explains why Nigeria so the called country has a large population.
It had 16 million within the borders a hundred years ago...
It explains nothing and only shows you didn't grasp the title of the video
@@MohammedAli-hl4mr What I said doesn’t not take away the idea that Nigeria as a country is blessed with so many things, which also explains why she has a larger population .
@@kareemdurrant139 Yes and Nigeria (land mass called Nigeria)had always been that place where people settled because of where it is located and abundant of natural resources and it made sense for a lot of people to feel reluctant to migrate to other places or explore other places when they had everything at their fingertips However, Nigeria would not have had the population if it was not created as one country or nation.
Essentially, the same factors you mentioned isn't typical or unique to the established frameworks for the creation of all African countries except a negligible few like Ethiopia which resisted colonial invasion and and partitioning carving out thier territorial boundaries
Wow, nice excellent video.🙂 I always love watching positive representations of my country and my continent.
Nice one ❤ Proudly Nigerian from Arewa
They will need the correct political environment, legal system, and cultural elements to become a super power. The question is: can they adopt those before their urbanization turns into the poison pill that kills them off?
Unlikely
@@frednorman1 O ye of little faith.
Yes, this country lacks too much of stabilty, social peace and corruptionless to become a superpower.
We are working on it.
We will surprise everyone
@@oladapotobi1029 balablu
Excellent video Geoff. You've 'demystified' a piece of wonderful, mysterious Africa.
Nice video 💯 and great points 👏 watching from 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬
It can't be understated that Nigeria has one of the longest and most extensive history of agriculture and urbanisation in Africa. It is also one of the largest west African countries geographically, with much of the land being densely populated unlike the North western African nations (Niger,Mali,Mauritania) whose geography is largely grassland and desert.
Nigeria was featured in a article in the Geographical magazine.
I could classify myself as a middle class Nigerian citizen. Not reach not poor and could afford literarily anything within my class.
I was once one of the people that support the breakaway of Nigeria according to the region dominant tribe which would be Yoruba in the Western Region, Igbos in the Eastern Region, Hausa in the Northern Region and the Middlebelt.
After many studies and research, I realized the only catastrophe that would be the most greatest in Nigeria history would be the very day we break apart. Our population and cultural diversity is what make us unique and fascinating. We might be facing lots of challenges right now due to corruption and bad leadership, I’m very sure we will get there. We are still a very young state with promising future and I’ll tell you one of the most cheapest country to live in Africa is Nigeria. Not from statistics but from my own traveling experiences.
With good leadership and accountability with proper distribution of wealth, we will attain our super power status. We are one of the most brightest and smartest mind not in Africa but in the world. Not only that, we are though and resilient.
We only need just one step and the Nigeria growth will grow spontaneously.
Delusional 😂 so many ethnic group and religion pack in such a small country literally created by England is nothing good. Nigeria a european creation.
And Nigeria is not cheap at all, Lagos despite being the biggest city in the world with the worst infrastructures is still more expensive that more developped asian cities with higher wages and higher quality of life.
Separating Nigeria was never going to solve the issue ,look at Sudan and South Sudan ,they both separated and both countries are struggling ,Sudan is collapsing while South Sudan is among the most corrupted country in the world ,most of the oil wealth goes to the few top people ,the country is struggling economically,the reason why separating does not solve the economic issue is because the issue from the start was always corruption and bad leadership,if you want to fix the country you need to fix that
Nigeria as it stands is still a regional superpower that does not exercise its powers but if forced to would be more than happy. We have done it before. I do not support breaking up for the sole reason that it will not serve the direct interest of the masses but that of the anglozionist empire and its 5th and 6th columnists together with their 4th estate of the realm. it would be a vicious circle. Do you wonder why the empire started an active hybrid war in 2008 and has since lost both politically and militarily in 2015?
It is not coincidental. Nigeria truly expired in 2014 and from their game plan, it is to break Nigeria into parts using their underdogs. This failed during the Biafran War. The plan then was to create smaller but more controllable regions and indebted them massively as you have in Qatar, UAE, and even Jordan. This plan failed and it would only serve the direct interest of the anglozoionist empire. This is the main reason their undergod Agui Ironsi stopped a regional government that was working in the interest of the people but not that of the puppet master.
They have since failed. Nigeria honestly was never created for the people living within the borders of Nigeria. This is a fact. The reality is, the people in the boarders of Nigeria have been fighting to change the tide to favour them and you re absolutely right. Th purchasing power parity of the Naira is stronger than many European and American countries. That is a fact! Life expectancy, may be not so good but getting better than in the 80s. We will get there.
I have said this about leadership: Nigeria is currently classified in my school of thought as a semi puppet state which is far better than a permanenet puppet state. What is missing is a Putin of Nigeria. We will get there eventually. It's a process and we are so close now than never ever!
@@naijalolade688 Ah conspiracy theories... They keep you energetic and fired up, and no one can reach into your mind and rip them out. Continue with your delulu, don't stop on my account
All Nigeria needs is for those who don't want to be part of it, to physically leave Nigerian territory, before seceding. Notion that you can start making claim of other territories in the common wealth, and claiming you developed regions that predate the existence of the country, especially after attempts at hostile takeovers, is delusional.
Nigeria is a voluntary union. To lose status of a voluntary status, you would have had to prove yourself a threat to the union. Continuing to threaten the union, does not only hinder the potential of the members of such a union, but the regional development of the country.
It holds the nation hostage to old paranoias and is the main cause of economic, social, educational, resource and technological stagnation.
Anybody who wants to leave, should leave, without taking from others, what they have not brought to the table.
Geoff, I love the international focus. I learned a lot from this video. Might have to watch again 😂
Sounds like Nigeria is kind of the China of Subsaharan Africa, in being quite populous and the home of many different civilizations from deep in ancient times.
@@yodorob maybe this explains why the Chinese been really investing a lot in Nigerian economy , they have alot in common
@@OttoHightower-tw9gi The Chinese have been investing a lot in Sub-Saharan Africa in general, not just Nigeria.
In 2023, Nigerian singer Rema absolutely dominated the charts and was pretty much the most trending artist here in London where I live. I see this as a first outburst of a massive African cultural boom on the global scene already brewing.
rapper? eww.
@@rizkyadiyanto7922 his both
@@rizkyadiyanto7922?
There have been famous african artists before, Fela Kuti and King Sunny Ade were huge in their day. I say this just to say that while I am hopeful for increasing African cultural influence around the world, it is not guaranteed.
Still not building any infrastructures
Geoff, a subject and video to consider is the Sahel region of Africa. Consider the weather pattern changes and increased rainfall in the "Nile/Blue Nile river regions.
The Sahel will in due time become the "Bread basket" of Africa. I believe you'll find this subject matter interesting. Dig deep and find that Northern and North Western Africa
was rather tropical at one time and may become so again. Cheers, Mate.
🎥Lagos is very beautiful 🙏🏼 nice video 💯✅ Nightime🌎
Liberia became independent in 1847, not 1867. Overall, good video as always.
True, I wonder why black Americans are avoiding relocating to Liberia. That being said, I hope Liberia truly appreciate the sacrifices Nigeria made to save Liberia.
Wonderful work!
I love ur analysis 😊
He starts answering the question at 8:45 and gets to the heart of it at 9:25.
Correction the Dhar Tichitt Culture collapsed in the 800's---700's B.C.E transitioning to Wagadu statelets emerging between Early 600's---400s B.C.E coalescing into the Ghana Empire approximately the early 200's C.E.
The 7th century is when The Ghana Empire became privy to Islamic world an subsequently everyone in proximity
No one can stop the rise of Nigeria 🇳🇬… music already shows the world we are about to dominate
Music doesn’t created infrastructures, make wage higher and create a social welfare system.
@@wildearth3992 duh but if you look at history. One of the ways to predict a downfall or rise of civilization starts with the type of music that is created
@@KingMeMgmt well you need to a civilization first which is not the case africa always been a dominated area
@@wildearth3992 from what you said I know this is not a conversation I can learn or build from. Good day. 🇳🇬9ja to the world 🌍
@@KingMeMgmt So build your country first
Nigeria is a peaceful nation
I love my contry
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@@UchechukwuBlessed how about north nigeria? We know the problem, for that I support my Nigerian Christians in the South.
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire has a population of 6.3 million people
Places like Nigeria are singlehandedly keeping the world's population expanding, while most other countries are shrinking or stable.
We will soon start shrinking, Nigeria booming population growth is from cheap prices, oil wealth and agricultural production
Now insecurity, inflation and corruption is the order of the day
@@Jayjay20015 Even your friends in the North, Niger, are shrinking. In 2008 they were 8.4 children per women and are now down to 6.4 children per woman.
@@Jayjay20015it’s not shrinking anytime soon, the population would triple. Better days ahead, for those haters they should keep hating.
@@joye5761do you think a larger population is a good thing? If so, why?
I love the graphics of the maps
Can’t travel, but i hope you can get lots of people who will go with you!
I've long thought that an African country wouldn't win a FIFA World Cup because the talent they have is split up among too many countries but I wasn't aware of how populated Nigeria is and might have to make an exception when I say that from now on.
If Nigeria gets its league to a good level, they could challenge over the next 4 world cups. They only just missed out on winning AFCON
It doesn't work that way. USA and Australia can win the world cup. It's not that difficult.
You can not win a fight against an opponent who's mentally superior to you.
That's the difference, not the population.
@@lanla6838zMentally superior in what way?
@@SynergyEnergy33 Australia has 20 million people. They are always in the top medals at the Olympics.
Australia can beat any Nigerian team in football even though Nigeria is by far the better team.
And head to head show that.
@@lanla6838z 28 million. Australia could beat an African team in soccer/football but that's not exactly beating a European or South American team; they're more a cricket country, and they've produced a ton of talent in that sport.
the future is bright even it takes a million years 🇳🇬💯❤️
😏 Indeed. Africa, particularly what they call sub-Saharan Africa, has the youngest population in the world by far; and, the trend will continue. 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾
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How is that a good thing? We are only young because of high TFR, chiefly caused by low education rates, high female illiteracy, poor urbanization, high unemployment, low life expectancy etc. again, HOW IS THAT A GOOD THING?@@KaiPhD
Some of the reasons for the large population:
Big land mass which is very fertile, suitable for agriculture all year round, no need for fertilisers so food is plentiful and quite cheap until recently with high inflation
Abundant rainfall esp in the South, Middle belt;
Culture, Nigerians are family oriented, you are expected to marry at a certain age and have children/family, a lady over 26 and unmarried wont rest from family pressure to settle down. 😂
abundant natural resources eg oil, gas, gold etc
Multiple wives (polygamy esp among the muslims in Nortgern Nigeria,
High fertility rate among the women- though its dropping in recent years
better healthcare which has reduced child mortality rate,
mass migration from neighbouring countries - result is about 30% of Nigeria s population consists of other Africans .
There are other reasons but these are the few i can come up with
Liberia had its independence July 26, 1847, not 1867.
I perceive Nigeria as a sleeping giant. It is only a matter of time that Nigeria will arise and take it's rightful place. Nigerians are smart. Their season will come❤🎉
My Jottings from this Video😂❤
WHY NIGERIA HAS HIGH POPULATION
1. Historic Empires
2. Physical Geography
3. Abundance of Natural Resources
4. High Fertility Rate
5. More Large Cities
No matter the context, Simplification to the extent of a continent is a little odd . Country or even region (like Southeast Asia) is specific enough usually
But I think part of the point here is that Africa isn’t specified where in, nearly as much as other continents.
No matter, to each’s own
God bless Nigeria! The giant of Africa 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬
Une analyse précise et concise.
Depuis Yaoundé au Cameroun 🇨🇲.
On the 3:15 marker you put the bight of benin and bight of biafra on the opposite sides, it’s the other way around (I’m a Nigerian and grew up in Nigeria) No judgement all love just thought to help with the little I know
Liberia 🇱🇷 gain it’s independence in 1847, not 1867
Hi, I noticed when you talked specificly about the population of an urban area - Id think its more geological to use urban area statistics than the political. Id like to hear your take on this.
I liked the video before watching, I am Nigerian
*The giant of West Africa is awakening.*
Not just west Africa the entire continent of Africa Nigeria is the giant of Africa
@@eagleview4940 Ask Malawi.
They are protesting their president and hunger also
@@eldios831 yes show me one country in the world where protest is not going on right now? we are protesting against bad government and up rising because of bad leadership in this present government we are not known to be quiet we speak out when things are going wrong 😑
@@eagleview4940 it will break apart due to the muslim and christian conflict
When you say there are questions about the accuracy of Nigeria's population, do you think the real number is larger or smaller than what's stated? That comment piqued my curiosity. Cheers!
The real population is believed to be smaller. The Northern region has historically held more power and for longer since 1960. They supposedly inflate the regions pop for internal elections and for international aid.
The last census in Nigeria was over 10 years ago so most of the population figures are mere speculations. The real figure is smaller than speculated, more likely 160m, at most 170m based on numbers from phone sim registrations
@blackcoraltv6787 I am a nigerian diaspora, and I want to ask you, do you think nigeria in the next 15-20 years can be in a different situation than now?
There are opportunities but sadly current leadership isn't the best and look to be heading in a wrong direction. This can change however.
@@Speedofdark339I'm sure It'll bee but the bad leaders has existed for long time I hope it won't again
Great content!
Geoff. I'm sure others have pointed out the error in the map of Nigeria you presented. .
Bight of Benin is on the left, Western Nigeria side, near the country of Benin. Bight of Biafra is on the right, Eastern Nigeria side, near the country of Cameroon.
Most of the censuses since British colonial Nigeria had been fraudulent, so nobody is certain about the population though it is likely still the most populated country in Africa
This is a brilliant video. Regardless of Nigeria's challenges, it is still a strong player in global affairs.
Usually people of poorer countries have more children. Not just here but when Ireland was poor in the 50’s- 70’s. The baby boom period. Women gave birth to 6-10 children minimum. Same with China, India etc etc.
Once a country become more educated, richer and a larger middle class. Family size decrease. The average size of Irish families is under 2 kids.
Once African nations become richer and more educated. Family sizes will decrease too.
Love Nigeria from Pakistan 🥰
Its biggest population rival!
Would have been great if you mentioned the challenges with Boko Haram and other groups in the north. These will certainly continue to impact Nigeria's role in Africa and the world
Anyway, great to see a video about Nigeria's geography!
Love the video from Kano Nigeria 🇳🇬🇳🇬
But please stop using those type of transition clip it feels that youtube ads and make me wanna click away
Nigeria, despite being a mostly rural country, is surpassing the United States to become the 3rd most populated country in the world in the future. Is that true? And also, why does Nigeria have a very large population?
Nigeria isn't mostly rural, there are at least 80 cities and hundreds of towns
Who told you Nigeria is mostly rural ?. It's the other way round mate
@@retruthdecliesny443580 cities ? The last time I visited, there were 36 states and their respective capitals ?
@@fallenclarasome state in Nigeria have more than 2 cities. If Accra with the population of just two hundred thousand can regard as a city then trust me there many cities in Nigeria that are silent in social media .
Good so far - but you have switched the Bight of Benin and the Bight of Biafra. It's opposite. Now I'll continue listening....
Bad leaders are our number 1 problem in the country. Nice video
I have had this question in my mind for a couple of years
I just pray we get good leaders .... definitely we are amd will always be the super power of Africa
Whoa 220 million ?
It is a big lie. Don't believe that shit, sir. The Nigerian population is over-estimated. I don't blame that on the world but the Nigerian leaders who are using it for their own selfish gain.
It's predicted that Nigeria will surpass the US in population very soon, while the area of Nigeria is just 9.4 % of the area of the US. A wave of emigration out of Nigeria in at least the tens of millions of people is the obvious outcome.
kenya next?
Naija for life 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬
Always 💚🇳🇬
Nigeria is a Land God Almighty blessed with many Rivers and Water sustain life
Very good
Well 1.4 billion in total Africa seems less when you live in India or China where they alone have 1.4 billion people
Proudly watching from biafra land
Welcome to Biafra the internet country
@@melanydebelak-ie5ic thank you
@@melanydebelak-ie5ic🤣😂
Oddly, you didn't mention the most extensive and most potent African empire of all time in the region Sokoto empire
This is the main reason, why french won't ever be in the top 5 most spoken languages. Nigeria will dominate it's neighbours, economically and culturally, while their neo colonial ties to france continue to erode. I wouldn't be surprised, if the english speaking part of cameroon, benin, togo and ghana, form a new country, with nigeria. That is an even larger, core of west africa.
Nigeria is not going to dominate anyone in fact they're practically 3 countries in 1.
The fundemental unity it takes to be a functioning nation yet alone a superpower is missing.
Ghana as much as people don't want to admit itin the same way caused the rise of sovereign African states will spark the 2nd revolution for Africa.
One of the few African countries to never have a terrorist attack.
Despite having similar demographics to Nigeria with Christian south and a Muslim north has never had a civil war.
In 2017 was the fastest growing economy. Although with some economic mismanagement with better leaderahip has potential.
Despite having similar economic issues has minimal to no insecurity.
85% electrification and even supplying energy to other countries including Nigeria.
Not to mention the first sub-saharan gain independence as a feat in of itself.
Leaders in Ghana need to wake up and realise "the giant of Africa" is nothing but a slogan and if we don't take the drivers seat like Nkrumah did Africa will continue to remain in darkness.
Actually, French will be the most spoken european language in Africa in 2050 because despite its population, Nigeria is too corrupt, too diverse, unequal and unstable to become a superpower. The future of Africa is in smaller, but more stable countries, like Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana for example. People underestimate the importance of stability and no corruption to develop a strong state and enconomy.
@@Antarius1999 lol seems like you're not even an African cuz this take is the direct opposite of reality as we speak. The top 3 most influential countries in Africa is Nigeria, South Africa and Egypt. These countries you mentioned are struggling to be seen on the world map. Even with the curropt system in nigeria, they have managed to even get in more influential positions on the world stage. I suggest you do more research on this.
@@jeffreytube The only topic where Nigeria is dominant is demographics, and demographics do not make a country powerful if you cannot create jobs to absorb it (it's the Indian situation), moreover, stability and institutions are too weak to create a prosperous economy, that's why the countries i've mentionned are small in land area and population, but they are more likely to became "developed" country with high standard of living (in scale of Africa).
French isn’t going anywhere.
the two Bight of Benin and Biafra are misplaced.. geographically in your naration at 3:23
3:12 Bights are mixed up.
The land is so fertile for cassava growing, the cheap harvest can support a huge population
So the former Ghana empire was Mauritania 🇲🇷 and Mali 🇲🇱 and has NOTHING to do with present day Ghana 🇬🇭. That is very interesting and educative, lovely video.
Geoff is so good looking
Correction at 11 minutes: The population of the Kano state is way more than 10 million. Many people mistake the Kano city (metro area) population with the population of the whole Kano state.
Onitsha is another massive city. The Aro confederacy wasn't mentioned amongst history nation states within Nigeria
Nigeria has high population because climate, geography, head start on agriculture (Nok culture) , and also political stability. Congo has climate, geography, but not a head start on agricultural nor political stability for long population growth. Story of Nigeria is similar to India and China.
You got your data on population of Accra wrong. As at 2023 population of Accra was 2.7 million
Why 15 countries around Nigeria “empty” ? 😜
"empty" because they're all in Nigeria looking for scam opportunities?
Why do you rename the countries from start to finish multiple times?
Nigeria has more people than ALL Southern african countries combined!!!! This just made me realise how countries south of the equator are so sparsely populated!!!! Why do they have lower birth rates in the south. Eg Namibia has 2.5 million people only and botswana at 2.5 million as well... With south africa being the only country with a large population at 56million, which is still a bit low!!!!
Hi Geoff,
Thank you for the video and thank you for the effort. I commend you.
However, as a Nigerian living in Nigerian and well acquainted with our history and some of those of our neighbours, I think your facts are not too well grounded.
Like other commentators have said, you forgot to mention the Old Oyo Empire, which had a significant impact in shaping the entire southwestern region of Nigeria from Benin Republic (Dahomey) to Edo (Bini Kingdom), you left out the important Kanem-Bornu empire, Ijaw-Urhobo kingdom among a vast host of others.
Also, I would think that your points on why Nigeria has more population than others is not well grounded. Sorry that I criticised you.
That's not correct Sir, check your data very well, according to the census 2006 Kani has the highest population with about 9.5 million people followed by Lagos.
But now you are saying 4 million I don't know where you get your data, there's an error in that data of course
Nigeria's population is inflated. How does a country have 220 million people but only 25 million voted in the election a few months ago? Not even twice Ghana's voter turnout and Ghana only has 33 million.
The number of registered voters are more than the number of people that actually voted. We had issued of electoral staffs refusing to give certain people their voters card because they think they will vote against the current party. There are also a lot of people that couldn't cast their vote on that day as well. There are also millions of people that don't participate in elections for personal reasons.
@@jeffreytube it still doesn't explain 25 million voters in a country of 220 million people. In most sane countries the election wouldn't even stand.
You are foolish to equate voters turn out with the general population. First and foremost there's voter's apathy in the last election, the people below the voting age in Nigeria, which is 18 is extremely large, so that's some of the reasons the turn out was very low. To add insult to injury, the Nigeria general population has lost interest in the electoral process in Nigeria. So,Dummy, the election day turn out has nothing to do with the general population of Nigeria. Get that to your sick skull
Nigeria's population is very inflated for political reasons. Lagos is literally the only city with traffic. Most of Nigerian cities look empty in comparison
Nearly 100 million adults registered to vote and millions more never registered to vote.
Nigeria's median age is 18.1 years which means there's nearly another 100 million people under 18 years.
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You completely ignored Sao Tome E Principe
Expected
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Accra is not a small city. The government keeps shrinking the size of what is called Accra. Its actual population is somewhere between 3 to 6 million people.
Can Nigeria grow by more than 6% a year over the next decade?
Nigeria small? 😂. Only my state, Delta has at least 5 cities that are hours away from each other.