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Nigeria vs Ethiopia

Side-by-side comparison of national food supply and diet composition.

Data: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023) · Supply = production + imports − exports − waste

Calories
2,470
Nigeria
vs
2,558
Ethiopia
kcal/cap/day
Protein
57
Nigeria
vs
80
Ethiopia
g/cap/day
Fat
63
Nigeria
vs
44
Ethiopia
g/cap/day

Food Group Breakdown

Comparison of food supply composition by FAO food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023).

Nigeriakcal/capita/dayEthiopia
896
Cereals
1829
652
Starchy Roots
60
329
Vegetable Oils
162
106
Pulses
199
75
Sugar & Sweeteners
90
145
Oilcrops
14
105
Fruits
20
35
Meat
34
7
Milk
62
49
Vegetables
13
15
Spices
34
14
Alcoholic Beverages
21

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has a higher calorie supply, Nigeria or Ethiopia?

Ethiopia has a higher daily food supply per capita (2,470 vs 2,558 kcal/capita/day in 2023).

Which country consumes more protein, Nigeria or Ethiopia?

Ethiopia has higher protein supply (57.0 vs 79.9 g/capita/day).

What are the main dietary differences between Nigeria and Ethiopia?

The two countries differ significantly in food group composition. The biggest difference is in Cereals: Ethiopia supplies significantly more. See the food group breakdown chart above for the full comparison.

Where does this diet data come from?

This data is from FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023), which track national food supply. Supply data includes production, imports, and exports but overestimates actual consumption because it includes food waste and animal feed.