CASE STUDY: Over-population in Nigeria

Question 1

Facts

Answer 1

• capital: Lagos
• in 2013, population was 175 million
• 15% of Africa’s population live in Nigeria

Question 2

Effects

Answer 2

• shortage of food and water
• unemployment
• high crime rates
• air and water pollution
• not enough healthcare and schools

Question 3

Causes

Answer 3

• high birth rates
• lack of contraception
• lack of immigration control
• poor education levels (no family planning)