Nigeria faces numerous challenges due to its rapid population growth, including infrastructure, job creation, and environmental degradation.
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[...] What problems does the high demographic growth pose for the development of Nigeria? Question 1 According to Document Nigeria's population has experienced enormous growth since 1960. In other words, in 1960, the country's population was approximately 50 million inhabitants, and in 2015, it exceeded 180 million, while predictions show it could reach 275 million by 2030. Question 2 Documents and 5 show that Nigeria's population faces several challenges. Document 1 shows a massive traffic jam in Lagos streets, highlighting urban congestion problems in the country's largest cities. [...]
[...] There are various problems related to waste management and pollution. Pollution is exacerbated by the massive influx of people into these cities without the necessary infrastructure. Question 4 The Document 4 indicates that population growth is actually a disadvantage, but can be an advantage if it is carefully exploited. The current population of Nigeria is 116 million inhabitants and will reach 250 million by 2050. If the country invests in the training and employment of these young people, it can create a young and energetic workforce. [...]
