With nearly 180 million people, Nigeria is Africa’s most-populous nation. Created by the British in 1914 from an amalgam of kingdoms, the country boasts one of the most diverse number of indigenous ethnic groups and languages spoken within a single country.
Nigeria also has one of Africa’s most diverse geographical landscapes. From the dry, arid deserts in the North to the lush rainforests of the South, Nigeria is blessed with both beautiful and breathtaking sights that are perfect for the casual tourist or the archetypal wanderlust traveler.
So as we flip our calendars over to a New Year and get used to saying, “2017,” Face2Face Africa brings you a countdown of the top five cities to visit when you are in Nigeria.