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    Flag of Nigeria

    Flag of Nigeria
    A tricolour of three equal vertical bands of green, white, and green.
    Country
    Nigeria
    Capital
    Abuja
    Continent
    Africa
    Adopted
    1960
    Colours
    Green, White

    What does the flag of Nigeria mean?

    The two green stripes represent Nigeria's agriculture and lush forests. The white stripe in the middle symbolises the desire for peace and unity in the country.

    Colours and what they stand for

    • Green

      The country's natural wealth and agriculture.

    • White

      Peace and unity.

    History

    Adopted in 1960 after being designed by a student. The original design included a red sun in the centre of the white band, which was removed by the judges.

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