Embassy of Qatar in Abuja, Nigeria; address 941 Istiqbal Street, Abuja; phone +2344299203938. Head of mission: Ali Ghanem Ali Alfahed Alhajri.
Head of mission: Ali Ghanem Ali Alfahed Alhajri, Ambassador (as of 2021)
Qatar offers a compelling mix of modernity and cultural heritage, complemented by stunning desert landscapes and urban scenery. While it sees a moderate number of tourists, it is notable for high tourist spending per visitor, highlighting its appeal as a premium destination. This makes it particularly attractive to a segment of Nigeria's 219 million population.
Qatar is considered a very safe destination for tourists, including those from Nigeria. According to the Global Peace Index, Qatar ranks 29th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Nigeria, which ranks 144th. In terms of crime statistics, Qatar has a remarkably low murder rate of 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Nigeria's rate of 22.0. Additionally, Qatar's organized crime indices show much lower levels of crime compared to Nigeria across various categories, such as mafia groups (Qatar: 1.0 vs. Nigeria: 5.5) and crime networks (Qatar: 6.0 vs. Nigeria: 9.0). Overall, tourists from Nigeria can feel secure while visiting Qatar, given its favorable safety rankings and low crime rates.