Current Time in Nigeria
GMT+1 (UTC+01:00) · 107 cities · Capital: Abuja
Time Zone
| GMT+1 | UTC+01:00 |
Country Facts
| Capital | Abuja |
| Currency | NGN (₦) |
| Calling code | +234 |
| Languages | English |
| Drives on | right |
Daylight Saving Time
Nigeria does not observe daylight saving time. The offset remains UTC+01:00 year-round.
Time planning in Nigeria
Use this when scheduling calls, launches, travel days, or support coverage for people in Nigeria.
Country time shape
Nigeria uses one main time zone: GMT+1 (UTC+01:00). Scheduling by country is usually reliable.
Major city anchor
Start with Lagos, Kano for practical local-time checks. The primary clock on this page uses Africa/Lagos.
DST complexity
Nigeria has no listed daylight-saving change in the primary time zone data, which makes recurring schedules easier to maintain.
| Reference market | Nigeria | Their time |
|---|---|---|
| London | 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | 9:00 AM-5:00 PM |
| Berlin | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM |
| Paris | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM |
| Moscow | 9:00 AM-3:00 PM | 11:00 AM-5:00 PM |
| Dubai | 9:00 AM-2:00 PM | 12:00 PM-5:00 PM |
| Mumbai | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM | 1:30 PM-5:30 PM |
Best listed overlap: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM in Nigeria with London.
Time Difference from Nigeria
| City | Difference |
|---|---|
| New York | +5h |
| Chicago | +6h |
| Los Angeles | +8h |
| London | Same time |
| Paris | -1h |
| Berlin | -1h |
| Moscow | -2h |
| Dubai | -3h |
| Mumbai | -4h 30m |
| Bangkok | -6h |
| Shanghai | -7h |
| Tokyo | -8h |
| Sydney | -9h |
| Auckland | -11h |
| São Paulo | +4h |
Time in Nigeria
Nigeria uses a single time zone: GMT+1 (UTC+01:00), identified by the IANA timezone database as Africa/Lagos. The country does not observe daylight saving time, so the UTC offset of UTC+01:00 remains constant throughout the year.
The largest city is Lagos, followed by Kano. The capital, Abuja, uses the GMT+1 time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Nigeria in?
Nigeria uses the GMT+1 time zone (UTC+01:00). The IANA identifier is Africa/Lagos. The country does not observe daylight saving time, so the UTC offset of UTC+01:00 remains constant throughout the year.
Does Nigeria observe daylight saving time?
No. Nigeria does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset remains UTC+01:00 year-round.
What is the capital of Nigeria?
The capital of Nigeria is Abuja. The currency is the NGN (₦) and the country calling code is +234.
What is the time difference between Nigeria and New York?
Nigeria is +5h compared to New York (Eastern Time). This difference may change by 1 hour during daylight saving time transitions.
How many cities in Nigeria does CheckTimeNow track?
We track the current time in 107 cities in Nigeria. The largest include Lagos, Kano.