📍 Where in Nigeria?

Test your Nigeria geography by finding all 37 states and the FCT on the interactive map. No hints, just your memory and the map.

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Location Challenge

Click states on the map with no hints or tooltips!

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States + FCT

36 states + FCT

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Test Your Memory

Can you locate all states from memory?

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📚 How to Play & Learn Nigerian Geography

Master Nigerian Geography Through Interactive Play

Where in Nigeria is an educational geography game designed to help you learn and master the locations of states and the Federal Capital Territory. Unlike traditional geography quizzes with multiple choice questions, this game challenges you to find states on an interactive map with no hints, testing and improving your spatial memory and geographic knowledge of Nigeria.

How the Game Works

The game displays a state name at the top of the screen, and your job is to click on that state's location on the Nigeria map. There are no tooltips, no hints, and no multiple choice options - just you, the map, and your memory. When you click correctly, the state turns green and stays highlighted. If you click the wrong state, it flashes red and you can try again immediately. The game tracks your accuracy, streak, and overall score as you progress through states and the FCT.

Educational Benefits

This interactive approach to learning Nigerian geography is more effective than passive study methods. By actively engaging with the map and receiving immediate feedback, you develop stronger spatial memory and geographic literacy. Students, teachers, and geography enthusiasts use this game to prepare for tests, improve their knowledge of Nigerian geography, and challenge themselves to achieve perfect accuracy.

Tips for Success

  • Start with the coastline: Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River anchor the south.
  • Use the Niger River: The Niger runs through Niger, Kogi, and Delta, helping you split central from western states.
  • Use the Benue River: Benue and Taraba sit along the river, guiding the east-central layout.
  • Small states need focus: Lagos, Anambra, Ebonyi, and the FCT are compact and close to neighbors.
  • Learn by zone: Practice by geopolitical zones (North West, North East, North Central, South West, South East, South South).
  • Practice consistently: Daily practice for 5-10 minutes is more effective than occasional long sessions for building lasting geographic knowledge.

Game Features

The game includes several features to enhance your learning experience: zoom and pan controls for detailed map exploration across Nigeria, a scoring system that rewards accuracy and speed, progress tracking that saves your session, and an optional timer mode for advanced players. You can skip difficult states and return to them later, reset the game to practice again, and view detailed statistics about your performance including accuracy rate and longest streak.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many states are in Nigeria?

Nigeria has 36 states plus the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and this game includes all 37.

What are the hardest states to find on the map?

Smaller states like Lagos, Anambra, and the FCT can be tricky. The clustered southeast benefits from zooming in.

Is this game suitable for students and classroom use?

Yes! Where in Nigeria is perfect for geography lessons and classroom activities. It's ideal for middle school and high school students learning Nigerian geography and regional studies. Teachers can use it as an interactive quiz, homework assignment, or test preparation tool.

How can I improve my Nigerian geography knowledge?

Practice regularly by learning one geopolitical zone at a time (North West, North East, North Central, South West, South East, South South). Use the coastline, Niger River, and Benue River as anchors, and zoom in on compact southern states.

Does the game include all states and the FCT?

Yes. This game includes all 37 official states and the FCT.

Are the names shown in English or local spellings?

We use common English names, and some entries use local spellings where that is the standard form.

Does my progress save if I close the browser?

Yes! Your progress, including completed states and the FCT, score, and statistics, is automatically saved in your browser's local storage. Your session data remains available for 24 hours, allowing you to take breaks and return to continue your game. After 24 hours, the data expires and you'll start fresh with a new session.

What's the difference between this and other geography games?

Unlike multiple choice quizzes or games with hints, Where in Nigeria provides a pure geography challenge with no assistance. You must know the actual location of each state and the FCT on the Nigeria map - there are no clues, tooltips, or elimination options. This makes it more challenging but also more effective for truly learning Nigerian geography.

Can I use this game on mobile devices or tablets?

Yes! The game is fully responsive and works on smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers. On touch devices, you can use pinch-to-zoom gestures to zoom in on the map and tap states to select them. The game automatically adjusts for different screen sizes to provide an optimal experience across all devices.

Full list of states and the FCT (37)

About this game

Where in Nigeria is a map-based geography challenge where you must click the correct states and the FCT without hints. Explore more challenges on the Map Games hub or try Capital Rush for a capitals-only challenge.

How the scoring works

Your score rewards accuracy and speed, with streak bonuses for consecutive correct states and the FCT. The game tracks attempts, accuracy rate, best streak, and completion progress so you can improve over time.

Nigeria Map: Simplemaps.com