In Nigeria, the mangrove swamp forest is predominantly found in

Mangrove swamp forests grow along tidal coastlines and river deltas where saltwater and freshwater mix. In Nigeria, the Niger Delta region provides the ideal conditions of brackish water, muddy tidal flats, and a humid tropical climate for extensive mangrove growth. The Jos Plateau and Sokoto plains are inland areas, while the derived savanna is a degraded forest zone far from tidal influence.