The Unstoppable Rise: A Closer Look at Nigeria's Population Growth Trajectory We weren’t able to create a summary for you. Refresh your page to try again. Feb 3, 2023 · The population is expected to reach 400 million by 2050, making Nigeria the third most populous country globally. Women of childbearing age make up 24.8 percent of the population and young people (aged 10-24 years) account for 31.7 percent. Feb 3, 2023 · The population is expected to reach 400 million by 2050, making Nigeria the third most populous country globally. Women of childbearing age make up 24.8 percent of the population and young people (aged 10-24 years) account for 31.7 percent. Jun 29, 2025 · This demographic rise is fueled by high fertility rates and a youthful population, positioning Nigeria as a future global demographic powerhouse. It is expected to become the third most populous country in the world by mid-century, surpassing the U.S. and behind only India and China. Jun 29, 2025 · This demographic rise is fueled by high fertility rates and a youthful population, positioning Nigeria as a future global demographic powerhouse. It is expected to become the third most populous country in the world by mid-century, surpassing the U.S. and behind only India and China. Nigeria 2026 population is estimated at 242,431,832 people at mid-year. Nigeriapopulation is equivalent to 2.92% of the total world population. Nigeria ranks number 6 in the list of countries (and dependencies) by population.
