International Nigeria relations

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The map shows in purple the selected country (Nigeria), and represents in a green scale its closest relations, and in a red scale its strained relations.

Profile summary of Nigeria

Nigeria is a country located in West Africa. It is the most populous country in Africa and is the world's 20th largest economy in terms of purchasing power parity. The country is rich in natural resources, including oil, natural gas, and minerals. It is also a major producer of agricultural products, including cocoa, rubber, and palm oil.

Nigeria is a federal presidential representative democratic republic, with executive power exercised by the president. The country has a bicameral legislative system, consisting of a Senate and a House of Representatives. The judiciary is independent of the executive and the legislature.

Nigeria has a diverse population, with more than 250 ethnic groups and over 500 languages spoken. The country has a long history of conflict and political instability, including military coups and civil unrest. In recent years, Nigeria has faced a number of challenges, including corruption, insecurity, and economic inequality. The country has also struggled with the spread of diseases such as HIV/AIDS and Ebola.

Despite these challenges, Nigeria is an important regional power and has a significant role to play in international relations. It is a member of the African Union and the United Nations, and is actively involved in regional and international peacekeeping efforts.

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Nigeria Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Abuja
Population 206 139 589
Land Area (sq km) 910 768
Main religion Islam, Christianity, indigenous beliefs
Life Expectancy 54 years

The influence of Nigeria in the World

Nigeria is a country with a Low International Influence. It is located in place 80 in the world influence ranking. Nigeria's actions have a very limited effect on the world or on other countries. Click here to know more !

Nigeria maintains contact with 34 countries. The five most intense relations Nigeria has are with: United States with a score of 59 130 , Cameroon with a score of 14 982 , China with a score of 9 614 , South Africa with a score of 9 603 , and Greece with a score of 6 023 .

Top 5 most Intense relations of Nigeria
Position Country Influence Options
1 United States 59 130
2 Cameroon 14 982
3 China 9 614
4 South Africa 9 603
5 Greece 6 023

The closest and strained relations involving Nigeria worldwide

The top five closest relations from Nigeria are: United States with a score of 9.93 , China with a score of 8.67 , Pakistan with a score of 8.67 , South Korea with a score of 7.9 , and Niger with a score of 7.66 .

Top 5 closest relations of Nigeria
Position Country Relation Options
1 United States 9.9
2 China 8.7
3 Pakistan 8.7
4 South Korea 7.9
5 Niger 7.7

While, the top five strained relations from Nigeria are: Greece with a score of 1.09 , South Africa with a score of 1.33 , Kosovo with a score of 4.35 , Ghana with a score of 4.37 , and Cameroon with a score of 4.53 .

Top 5 strained relation of Nigeria
Position Country Relation Options
1 Greece 1.1
2 South Africa 1.3
3 Kosovo 4.3
4 Ghana 4.4
5 Cameroon 4.5

A summary of international relations of Nigeria

Of the total of 34 countries with which Nigeria maintains relations, it has an Excellent relation with 3 countries , a Good relation with 7 countries , a Neutral relation with 22 countries and a Very bad relation with 2 countries.

Summary relations of Nigeria. Excellent relation: 8-10, Good relation: 6-8, Neutral relation: 4-6, Bad relation: 2-4, Very bad relation: 0-2
Relation Quantity
1.Excellent 3
2.Good 7
3.Neutral 22
5.Very bad 2

All the international relations of Nigeria

All relations of Nigeria
Position Country Relation Options
1 United States 9.9
2 China 8.7
3 Pakistan 8.7
4 South Korea 7.9
5 Niger 7.7
6 Brazil 7.0
7 Mexico 6.9
8 Poland 6.5
9 Malaysia 6.4
10 India 6.2
11 Barbados 5.9
12 Chad 5.9
13 Spain 5.8
14 Canada 5.8
15 Indonesia 5.7
16 Russia 5.7
17 Azerbaijan 5.7
18 Germany 5.7
19 Palestine 5.6
20 Kenya 5.5
21 Bangladesh 5.4
22 Philippines 5.4
23 Japan 5.3
24 Malawi 5.0
25 Angola 4.8
26 Israel 4.7
27 Ethiopia 4.7
28 Turkey 4.6
29 Cameroon 4.5
30 Saudi Arabia 4.5
31 Ghana 4.4
32 Kosovo 4.3
33 South Africa 1.3
34 Greece 1.1

The data shown in this webpage has been updated in .