Nigeria Population in 2018

Historical population record for africa/nigeria">Nigeria, with year-over-year context and source information.

Population in 2018

204,938,755 people

Compared with 2017, the population changed by 4,684,176 people (+2.34%).

Population around 2018

YearPopulation
2016195,443,700
2017200,254,579
2018204,938,755
2019209,485,641
2020213,996,181

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POPULATION QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

What was the population of Nigeria in 2018?

The recorded population was 204,938,755.

How much did the population change from the previous year?

The population changed by 4,684,176 people (+2.34%) from 2017.

What is the source for this population record?

The record is attributed to World Bank Open Data.

Can I compare this year with other years?

Yes. Use the population history and change calculator links on this page.

Sources

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