High Commission of Sri Lanka in Abuja, Nigeria
- Address: The Sri Lankan high commission in Abuja, Nigeria has closed.
Head of mission: Vacant, High Commissioner (as of 2015)
High Commission of Sri Lanka in Abuja, Nigeria; address The Sri Lankan high commission in Abuja, Nigeria has closed.. Head of mission: Vacant. Plus 1 other…
Head of mission: Vacant, High Commissioner (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Vijeyachelvan Govindasamy, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 3 Dec 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Nigerians, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes. The island's tropical beaches and UNESCO World Heritage Sites attract a modest number of international tourists, making it a unique option for a segment of Nigeria's 219 million population.
Sri Lanka is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Nigeria. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, while Nigeria ranks 144th. The murder rate in Sri Lanka is significantly lower at 3.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Nigeria's 22.0. In terms of organized crime, Sri Lanka has better indices in several categories. For instance, the mafia group index is 4.0 for Sri Lanka versus 5.5 for Nigeria, and the crime network index is 5.0 for Sri Lanka compared to Nigeria's 9.0. Overall, while no destination is without risks, Sri Lanka presents a more favorable safety profile for tourists coming from Nigeria.