20 Most Populated Countries in Africa

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1. Nigeria

Total Population (2022): 218,541,212

Topping the list, Nigeria is a country located in West Africa, bordering the Gulf of Guinea. It is the 33rd largest country in the world by size, with a total area of 923,768 sq km. Nigeria is the most populated country in Africa and 6th most populated country in the world with a population of over 218 million people. There are various ethnic groups in the country, with 9 major ones, like Hausa and Yoruba. Also, with a population of 14,540,000, Nigeria’s largest city is Lagos.

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