Economy

This section includes an article about Naija music in Nigeria, as well as information on hotels, government and other listings, alongside useful tips for visitors on topics including currency, visas, language, communications, dress, business hours and electricity.

As one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, according to the Federal Ministry of Finance (FMF), Nigeria is certainly appealing to foreign investors. Growth has averaged 6.7% since 2006 and has been relatively uninterrupted by the global financial crisis. An emerging middle class is beginning to fuel growth in domestic consumption. Income per capita has increased almost four-fold since...

Nigeria is the 14th-largest African country and possesses a rich and varied landscape, biodiversity and climate. While it is known for its oil and natural gas, Nigeria also has substantial reserves of coal, iron ore, zinc, tin, limestone, lead and niobium. The capital, Abuja, is located in the geographic centre and has a registered population of an estimated 1.6m. Nigeria has a varied assortment...

This section includes an article focusing on Qatar’s strong equestrian tradition. In recent years, leaders have been making moves to reintroduce the state’s equestrian past. This has involved investing in facilities at home, as well as building up Qatar’s profile in racing circuits abroad. The chapter also includes a listing of leading hotels and resorts, as well as useful telephone numbers and...

High oil and natural gas prices, combined with a 20-year strategic investment programme, have catapulted Qatar into the ranks of the highest per-capita income economies in the world. Yet the country continues to demonstrate an ability to leverage its significant natural resources to drive growth and is well placed to meet the goals and vision for economic diversification outlined by the National...