Flag of Nigeria

Flag of Nigeria

Capital
Abuja
Continent
Africa
Population
206.1M
Area
923,768 km²
Ratio
1:2
Flag Adopted
1960
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Colors

#008751
#FFFFFF

Meaning & Symbolism

Green represents agriculture and the natural wealth of the country. White symbolizes peace and unity among Nigeria's different ethnicities.

History

Designed by Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi, a student, for an independence competition. His original design had a red sun in the center, which was removed.

Curiosities

It is one of the simplest flags in the world with only two colors. Nigeria is Africa's most populous country. The designer was only 23 when he won the competition.

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