Nigeria society & media statistics
Age structure, cities, languages for Nigeria: the key indicators with the latest year available, the world ranking and the world value.
Official languages: English. Largest city: Lagos.
| Indicator | Nigeria | Year | World rank | World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children under 15 | 40.5% | 2025 | #20 of 236 | 24.4% |
| People aged 65 and over | 3.1% | 2025 | #209 of 236 | 10.4% |
| Urban population | 63.8% | 2025 | #109 of 211 | 57.8% |
Society & Media: world rankings · Nigeria population
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