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The majority of Nigeria’s population is Muslim

The majority of Nigeria’s population is Muslim
Estimated share of the population (2020)
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Note: Figures may not add to 100% due to rounding.
Source: Pew Research Center estimates based on Nigerian Demographic and Health Survey data.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
The majority of Nigeria’s population is Muslim
Estimated share of the population (2020)
GroupShare of population
Muslims56.1
All other groups0.6
Christians43.4
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Note: Figures may not add to 100% due to rounding.
Source: Pew Research Center estimates based on Nigerian Demographic and Health Survey data.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER

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