MARCEL MBAMALUThe World Population Review has listed Nigeria and Indonesia alongside the United States, China, and India as nations poised to shape the world’s future by 2050.
According to the review, these countries will harness population trends, embrace technology, and create opportunities to become global leaders.
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With a projected population of over 375 million by 2050, Nigeria will be the world’s third most populous nation. Its booming fintech scene and entertainment industry, Nollywood, are already making waves globally. The country’s growing digital economy, oil, minerals, and agriculture make it an attractive destination for investment.
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“Nigeria may not yet be on everyone’s radar—but it should be,” the report notes. Nigeria’s demographic vitality is symbolized by the fact that it “produces more twins per capita than any country on Earth.”
Indonesia’s Quiet Strength
Indonesia is quietly becoming a regional superpower with a stable government, youthful population, and vast natural resources. The nation is investing in green infrastructure, digital transformation, and tourism, while becoming a serious player in global manufacturing.
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“Indonesia often flies under the radar—but quietly, it’s becoming a regional superpower,” the report states. Indonesia is expected to become the fourth-largest economy in the world by 2045, ahead of Japan and Germany.
Global Implications
As the world heads towards 2050, the idea of power is evolving. It’s no longer just about military might, but also about talent, technology, demographics, and sustainability. Nigeria and Indonesia’s rise, along with other nations, will likely shape the global economy and influence the future of work, innovation, and culture.
The report notes that understanding these shifts will help individuals and businesses navigate the changing landscape and make informed decisions about where to invest, live, and build their futures.
Dr. Marcel Mbamalu is a distinguished communication scholar, journalist, and entrepreneur with three decades of experience in the media industry. He holds a Ph.D. in Mass Communication from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and serves as the publisher of Prime Business Africa, a renowned multimedia news platform catering to Nigeria and Africa's socio-economic needs.
Dr. Mbamalu's journalism career spans over two decades, during which he honed his skills at The Guardian Newspaper, rising to the position of senior editor. Notably, between 2018 and 2023, he collaborated with the World Health Organization (WHO) in Northeast Nigeria, training senior journalists on conflict reporting and health journalism.
Dr. Mbamalu's expertise has earned him international recognition. He was the sole African representative at the 2023 Jefferson Fellowship program, participating in a study tour of the United States and Asia (Japan and Hong Kong) on inclusion, income gaps, and migration issues.
In 2020, he was part of a global media team that covered the United States presidential election.
Dr. Mbamalu has attended prestigious media trainings, including the Bloomberg Financial Journalism Training and the Reuters/AfDB Training on "Effective Coverage of Infrastructural Development in Africa."
As a columnist for The Punch Newspaper, with insightful articles published in other prominent Nigerian dailies, including ThisDay, Leadership, The Sun, and The Guardian, Dr. Mbamalu regularly provides in-depth analysis on socio-political and economic issues.
