2022 World Happiness Report: 20 African countries rank better than NigeriaNigeria has been ranked the 118th happiest country in the world, 2 spots lower than its position last year, indicating the country’s declining perception on key indicators. The World Happiness Report, based largely on life evaluations from the Gallup World Poll, ranks Nigeria 118 among 146 nations surveyed, with Nordic nations dominating the top 10. Nigeria ranks below 20 African countries, with Mauritius ranking number one on the continent at 52 on the log. Other top 20 countries in Africa include South Africa (91), Gambia (93) Algeria (96), Liberia (97), Congo (99), Morocco (100), Mozambique (101), and Cameroon (102). The Nordic country and its neighbours Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Iceland are well placed in the World Happiness Report.

Source: The Guardian July 27, 2022 17:28 UTC