Definition

Proper noun: The capital city of Nigeria, located in the center of the country. It is the seat of the federal government.

Usage

This term is used specifically to refer to the capital city of Nigeria. It functions as a proper noun and is typically used in formal, geographical, or political contexts. * The Nigerian capital is a planned city. * A major summit of African leaders was held in the Nigerian capital.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metonymically to refer to the Nigerian federal government or its administrative functions.
  • The new policy was announced from the Nigerian capital.

Variants and Related Words

• Abuja: This is the official and more common name for the Nigerian capital. The terms "Abuja" and "the Nigerian capital" are often used interchangeably.
  • Abuja became the Nigerian capital in 1991, replacing Lagos.

Synonyms

• Abuja: The official name of the city.
• Capital of Nigeria: A descriptive synonym with identical meaning.

Noun

1. capital of Nigeria in the center of the country