Flag of Nigeria
Flag NameFlag of Nigeria
Country NameNigeria
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2NG
Date Adopted1960-10-01
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary ColorsGreen, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe two green stripes represent Nigeria's rich agricultural land, natural wealth, and forests. The central white stripe symbolizes peace and unity.
Symbolism Categoriesnature
DesignerMichael Taiwo Akinkunmi
Legal DescriptionThe national flag of Nigeria is a vertical tricolor of green, white, and green. The three bands are of equal width.
Description
A vertical tricolor flag consisting of two green stripes on the outer sides and a white stripe in the middle.
