Nigeria is Africa’s most populous nation, and it is Africa’s largest economy and a cultural powerhouse. Historically, it was home to great civilizations such as the Nok (around 1000 BC), the Oyo and Benin Empires, and the powerful Sokoto Caliphate. Nigeria gained independence from Britain in 1960 and has since become known for its ethnic diversity (there are over 250 ethnic groups). Fun facts: Nigeria has over 500 spoken languages, and is the birthplace of Afrobeat music!
