This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 (46 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
N _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
N _ _ _ _ _ A
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NIGERIA as a word: A country in West Africa, south of the country of Niger. Official name: Federal Republic of Nigeria. Capital: Abuja. Largest city: Lagos. Currency: naira (₦).
NIGERIA has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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