🇳🇬Nigeria Political Stability: 11/100

Nigeria is located in western Africa on the Gulf of Guinea, covering an area of 923,768 km², making it the 32nd largest country in the world. It features diverse landscapes including the Niger and Benue river valleys, highlands, and coastal plains, with a coastline of 853 km. The climate varies from tropical rainforest in the south to savannah in the north, with significant biodiversity in areas like the Cross-Sanaga-Bioko coastal forests.

Nigeria has a large and diverse population, with over 200 million people, making it the most populous country in Africa. The country is home to multiple ethnic groups and languages, with English as the official language.

World Bank governance: rule of law 13th percentile, political stability 4th percentile.

Nigeria's strongest governance dimension is Voice & Accountability at 27/100, placing it in the lower half globally. This indicates relatively strong citizen participation in selecting government, along with freedom of expression, association, and a free media.

The weakest dimension is Control of Corruption at 0/100. Corruption remains a significant governance challenge, potentially affecting everyday interactions with government institutions.

A notable 27-point gap between Voice & Accountability and Control of Corruption reveals uneven governance. Some institutions function well while others lag significantly. Travelers should be aware that the quality of government services and protections may vary depending on the context.

Nigeria's fragile governance environment presents real challenges for travelers. Institutional capacity is severely limited across most dimensions. Visitors should expect minimal government services, potential interactions with corruption, and limited recourse through legal systems. Travel to Nigeria requires extensive preparation and risk awareness.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Nigeria as Level 3 (Reconsider Travel). Elevated advisory levels combined with governance data paint a fuller picture of conditions on the ground that travelers should consider.