Nigeria is a country located in West Africa. It is bordered by Benin to the west, Niger to the north, Chad to the northeast, and Cameroon to the east. With a population exceeding 200 million, Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and the seventh most populous country in the world. The capital city is Abuja, while Lagos serves as its largest city and a major economic hub. Nigeria is known for its diverse culture, languages, and ethnic groups, with over 250 distinct ethnicities, the largest of which are the Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo. The country is rich in natural resources, particularly oil and gas, which play a significant role in its economy. Nigeria gained independence from British colonial rule in 1960 and operates as a federal republic, with a complex political landscape characterized by various forms of governance, including military coups and democratic elections. Despite its wealth in resources, Nigeria faces challenges such as poverty, corruption, and infrastructure deficits.
Infrastructure and Major Service Providers Nigeria’s internet infrastructure relies on a combination of undersea fiber-optic cables, terrestrial networks, and a handful of dominant service providers. Multiple international submarine cables land in Nigeria, connecting it to global internet hubs. Key cables include: These undersea cables terminate in Lagos and other coastal landing stations, feeding into national…
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