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Economic Growth in Nigeria
Nigeria's economy recorded an average growth rate of 6.2% in the decade to 2024, compared to the 3.4% average for Sub-Saharan Africa. In 2024, real GDP growth was 3.4%. For more GDP information, visit our dedicated page.
Nigeria GDP Chart
Note: This chart displays Economic Growth (GDP, annual variation in %) for Nigeria from 2014 to 2024.
Source: Macrobond.
Nigeria GDP Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Growth (GDP, ann. var. %) | -1.9 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 2.7 | 3.4 |
| GDP (USD bn) | 433 | 441 | 478 | 363 | 188 |
| GDP (NGN bn) | 154,252 | 176,076 | 202,365 | 234,426 | 277,494 |
| Economic Growth (Nominal GDP, ann. var. %) | 5.9 | 14.1 | 14.9 | 15.8 | 18.4 |
Consensus Forecasts and Projections for the next ten years
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