Geography
Nigeria Deep Dive Quiz
Africa's most populous nation — test your knowledge of the Giant of Africa
Africa's most populous nation — test your knowledge of the Giant of Africa
Nigeria is home to over 220 million people and more than 500 languages, making it Africa's most populous and one of its most linguistically diverse nations. This quiz covers Nigeria's geography, culture, history, and its booming entertainment industry.
Nigeria is home to over 220 million people and more than 500 languages, making it Africa's most populous and one of its most linguistically diverse nations. This quiz covers Nigeria's geography, culture, history, and its booming entertainment industry.
Each round presents 10 randomized multiple-choice questions drawn from a pool of 50, so every playthrough is different. You get instant feedback with explanations after each answer, plus a shareable score at the end.
You'll explore Nigeria's 36 states and diverse ethnic groups, the Niger River Delta and oil industry, Nollywood's global impact, traditional cuisine from jollof rice to suya, and the country's rich musical heritage including the Afrobeats movement.
The capital of Nigeria is Abuja, which replaced Lagos as the federal capital in 1991. The move was planned to provide a more centrally located, ethnically neutral capital. Lagos remains Nigeria’s largest city and economic hub, with a metropolitan population exceeding 15 million.
Nigeria has over 250 ethnic groups. The three largest are the Hausa-Fulani in the north, the Yoruba in the southwest, and the Igbo in the southeast. Together these three groups make up roughly 60% of the population, but Nigeria’s ethnic diversity extends far beyond them, with groups like the Ijaw, Kanuri, Ibibio, and Tiv each numbering in the millions.
Nollywood is Nigeria’s film industry, and it is the second-largest in the world by volume of films produced — approximately 2,500 films per year. It surpasses Hollywood in output and is second only to India’s Bollywood. Nollywood generates over $6 billion annually and employs roughly one million people, making it one of Nigeria’s largest employers after agriculture.
Last updated: April 2026