NIGERIA RANKED FIFTH AMONG AFRICA’S ENGLISH-SPEAKING NATIONS
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By: Fasasi Hammad
Nigeria has emerged as the fifth-best English-speaking country in Africa, according to the 2025 Education First (EF) English Proficiency Index.
The report, compiled by global education leader EF, evaluated English skills across 123 countries and regions using data from 2.2 million test takers. For the first time, this year’s edition also included speaking and writing assessments, measured with artificial intelligence technology developed by EF’s education technology arm.
English, Nigeria’s official language, remains central to education, governance, media, and business, contributing to the country’s strong proficiency levels. On the African continent, Nigeria ranks behind South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Zambia, which lead in English proficiency. The rankings highlight the growing importance of English as a key tool for international communication, education, and commerce.
Top 10 English-Speaking Countries in Africa (EF EPI 2025):
South Africa – English is widely used in government, education, media, and business.
Zimbabwe – English serves as the primary language of instruction and administration.
Kenya – English is an official language alongside Swahili and is widely used in urban and professional settings.
Zambia – English is the official language and the main medium of instruction.
Nigeria – English serves as the official language and is central to national communication and commerce.
Ghana – English is used from basic to tertiary education and in public administration.
Uganda – English is an official language and plays a key role in trade, diplomacy, and professional environments.
Ethiopia – English is widely used in education and international affairs, although it is not an official language.
Tunisia – English adoption is growing among youth and professionals in education, technology, and tourism.
Morocco – English is increasingly popular in schools and business, supporting global trade and international relations.
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