Moslems make up a slim majority of the nations population, and Islamic law allows a man to have four wives. But anyone, whether Moslem or Christian, can choose to wed under Nigerias Marriage Act, which legally recognizes only one wife.

Can a US citizen marry in Nigeria?

Marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident provides foreign-born persons a direct path to U.S. immigration. You can also choose to get married first in Nigeria or another country, and then apply for an immigrant visa with which to enter the United States. (This visa is the equivalent of a green card.