THE COAT OF ARMS
Nigeria Coat of Arms is an emblem which shows the unity of the country and stands for authority and power.

What the Coat of Arms represents:

The black shield represents the good soil of Nigeria, the eagle represents the strength of Nigeria and the horses represent the dignity and pride of Nigeria. The mark on the shield which looks like letter “Y” represents the River Niger and Benue which flow through parts of Nigeria. The flowers stand for beauty of Nigeria. They are of the species Cactus Spectabilis and are found in most parts of Nigeria. Unity and faith, Peace and Progress is written on the Coat of Arms and is Nigeria’s motto.



THE NIGERIAN FLAG

The flag is divided vertically into three equal parts. The central
part is white and the two outer parts are green. The green on the
flag represents agriculture and white, unity and peace.