The most influential and modern country in West Africa, Nigeria is home to several universities, businesses and local Nigerian cultures/tribes such as the Igbo and the Yoruba. There are more than 137 million people who live in this country and it boasts economic success in the areas of oil and commerce. However, Nigeria is also a country full of political strife and civil unrest, with the struggle between democratic and militarized regimes pulling in a constant tug-of-war every decade or so.
Prepare to Enter Nigeria
Step1
Ensure that your passport and travel visa to Nigeria are in order if you are European or American. Do not go into Nigeria without a proper visa!
Step2
Be prepared for customs officials to detain you with questions as to your intentions in Nigeria during your trip, sometimes at length.
Enjoy Nigerian Culture
Step1
European colonialism and the slave trade have influenced both the strong Catholic presence as well as the Islamic contingent in this country.
Step2
Nigeria is full of modern cities ripe for travel, including the capital Abuja, Ibadan and Lagos.
Step3
Enjoy ancient buildings and native art in the northern city of Kano.
Step4
Visit the home of real-life Hausa Sultans in Zaria and Sokoto.
Choose Appropriate Accommodations
Step1
Try to stay at an international hotel. They are not as cheap as local hotels, but can offer you more tourist-friendly advice.
Step2
Look for hotels only in major cities such as Lagos, Abuja and Benin City. Accommodations in these areas are not terribly cheap, averaging about $200 a night.
Step3
Stay near Abujua and enjoy easy access many world-class golf courses in the larger Abuja area.
Step4
To book accommodations, contact Nigerian Tourism Site at 011 (+234) 9 2347725 or visit their Web site (see Resources, below). (If calling outside the United States or Canada, call 00 (+234) 9 2347725.)
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