Geography of Nigeria
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
923,768
km² (rank #32)
Coastline
853
km
Highest Point
Chappal Waddi (2,419 m)
Lowest Point
Atlantic Ocean (0 m)
Area Comparison
Nigeria
923,768 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Nigeria is 9.4% the size of the United States.
Climate
Varies; equatorial in south, tropical in center, arid in north
Terrain
Southern lowlands merge into central hills and plateaus; mountains in southeast, plains in north
Natural Resources
Natural Gas
Petroleum
Tin
Iron Ore
Coal
Limestone
Niobium
Lead
Zinc
Land Use
37.3%
55.0%
Arable: 37.3%
Forest: 7.7%
Other: 55.0%
Bordering Countries
Nigeria on the Map
Region
Africa
Western Africa
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Nigeria?
Nigeria covers an area of 923,768 km², ranking #32 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Nigeria?
Varies; equatorial in south, tropical in center, arid in north
What is the highest point in Nigeria?
The highest point in Nigeria is Chappal Waddi (2,419 m).
What natural resources does Nigeria have?
Nigeria's natural resources include Natural Gas, Petroleum, Tin, Iron Ore, Coal, Limestone, Niobium, Lead, Zinc.
Which countries border Nigeria?
Nigeria shares land borders with Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Niger.