International relations between Nigeria and Algeria

Flag of nigeria versus Flag of algeria


The relation between Nigeria and Algeria is NEUTRAL, with an overall score of 5.0 out of 10. The chances of a conflict between both countries are extremely rare.

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Profile summary of Nigeria

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

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.

Profile summary of Algeria

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Algeria Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Algiers
Population 43 851 044
Land Area (sq km) 2 381 741
Main religion Islam
Life Expectancy 76 years

Algeria is a country located in North Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Tunisia to the northeast, Libya to the east, Niger to the southeast, Mali and Mauritania to the southwest, and Morocco to the west. It is the largest country in Africa and the Arab world, and the tenth-largest in the world. Algeria has a long and complex history, having been ruled by various empires and powers throughout its history, including the Roman Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and the French colonial empire. It gained independence from France in 1962, after a long and bloody struggle known as the Algerian War of Independence. Since independence, Algeria has been ruled by a series of authoritarian governments, and has faced several internal conflicts and political instability. However, it has also made significant economic and social progress, with a strong focus on education and the development of its natural resources, particularly oil and natural gas. Geopolitically, Algeria is an important player in the region, and is a member of the Arab League and the African Union. It has strong ties to its neighbors and other countries in the region, and is involved in regional efforts to promote stability and cooperation. It is also a major player in the global energy market, and is a key supplier of oil and natural gas to Europe and other parts of the world.


The strengths and weaknesses of each country:

In terms of population, the Nigeria's population is 4.7 bigger than the population of Algeria (population of Nigeria: 206 139 589, population of Algeria: 43 851 044).

The Algeria's land area is 2.62 bigger than the land area of Nigeria (land area (sq km) of Algeria: 2 381 741, land area (sq km) of Nigeria: 910 768).

The position in the international influence ranking of Algeria is 72, while Nigeria is situated 8 places below in the ranking (position 80).

Algeria maintains contact with 49 countries, while Nigeria maintains contact with 34 countries.

Algeria maintains an excellent relation with 3 countries, while in the case of Nigeria, this figure drops to 3.


Conflict Simulator: Nigeria vs Algeria


Solo scenario: Nigeria vs Algeria

The winner of the hypothetical conflict (without allies), will be Algeria with a 54.7% probability.

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