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British influence and control over what would become Nigeria grew through the 19th century. A series of constitutions after World War II granted Nigeria greater autonomy. Its independence came in 1960.
Following nearly 16 years of military rule, a new constitution was adopted in 1999 with the election of Olusegun Obasanjoas the new President and a peaceful transition to civilian government was completed.
Obasanjo faced the daunting task of reforming a petroleum-based economy, whose revenues had been squandered through corruption and mismanagement and the institutionalizing of democracy. In addition, the Obasanjo administration had to diffuse longstanding ethnic and religious tensions, in order to build a sound foundation for economic growth and political stability.
Umaru Yar'Adua, of the People's Democratic Party, was elected President during the general election of 2007. The international communities condemned the election as being largely flawed.
Nigeria’s economy is one of the fastest growing in the world and is the second largest in Africa. Nigeria has the highest population of all African countries and is the eighth most populous in the world.
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- Official Name Federal Republic of Nigeria
- Population 151,319,500
- Capital City Abuja (pop. 778,567)
- Currency Naira
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- Languages English (official), local dialects
- Religions Muslim, Christian, traditional beliefs
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- Land Area 910,770 sq km (351,648 sq miles)
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- Latitude/Longitude 10º 00' N, 8º 00' E
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The climate of Nigeria is generally hot throughout the year, with very little difference between summer and winter conditions.
During the wet season (April through October) rainfall often exceeds 120 inches, especially along the southeastern coast. The dry season runs (November through March)
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