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Nigeria
at a Glance
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LANGUAGE: |
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Nigeria
is a multi-lingual nation, with English as the official
language and more than 250 local languages. |
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CLIMATE: |
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The
weather is tropical most periods of the year at an average
maximum temperature of 33°C. |
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CURRENCY AND BANKING HOURS: |
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Nigeria's official currency is Naira
and it currently exchanges at the rate of about N128 to
US$1.00, N250 to £1.00 and N177. to €1.00. (NB: the naira
exchange rate can change at any time)
Banks in Nigeria open to the public
from 8:00a.m to 4:00p.m-Monday to Friday, while some banks
operate on Saturdays from 8:00am to 12noon to complement
the ATM Machines located in major cities and towns.
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SAFETY: |
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It is
safe to move about in the country, especially in Lagos,
during the day. However, visitors are advised to travel in
chatter taxis and painted buses from designated bus stops.
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COMMUNICATION AND UTILITY SERVICES:
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Telecommunication and Internet facilities will be provided
around the venue at a cost to each user. |
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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS: |
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Nigeria
is naturally endowed with scenic locations. Lagos, the venue of the Nigeria International
Book Fair, is the commercial nerve-centre of the country
and it is bounded to the South by the Atlantic Ocean.
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The
country as a whole holds lure for lovers of nature, with
her evergreen mangrove landscape enveloping the coastal
region, through the eastern states to the spread of
savannah in the northern part. Notable tourist centers
around Lagos include; Badagry, Lekki and Eleko beaches,
Takwa Bay, National Museum, National Theatre and Eyo
Cenotaph. |
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Please
contact the Nigeria International Book Fair Office for
prior arrangement on visits to places of interest during
the fair. |
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TRANSPORT
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Nigeria
is accessible by air, sea and land. International and
domestic flights operate on various Nigerian routes on
regular basis. Major airline operators include, British
Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Virgin Airlines, Air France,
Emirate Belview Airline, Aero Contractor Nigeria Ltd. and South African Airways |
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For
further information on moving around in Nigeria, please
contact: The Nigeria International Book Fair Office for
prior arrangements or the NIBF Information Unit at the
Fair venue. |
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IMMIGRATION
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Citizens of the Economic Community of West African States
(ECOWAS) require only Entry Permit to Visit Nigeria.
However, all other nationals visiting the country need to
obtain visas from the Nigerian Embassy/High Commissions
nearest to them. Such visitors are advised to apply as
early as possible. |
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CUSTOMS |
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There
is 2.5 % import duty on books imported to Nigeria.
However, Nigerian Book Fair Trust has a co-ordinated
clearing arrangement with ACTIVAIR for the delivery of all
consignments meant for the Nigeria International Book
Fair. For further information on shipment, please contact:
Activair Airfreight India Pvt Ltd activair@vsnl.com or
their Nigerian Agent at: Cargo Deals International
Services, 43, Osolo Way, Ajao Estate, Off Murtala Mohammed
International Airport Road, Lagos, Nigeria. Telephone: 234
803 305 9689, 802 303 0608 |
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