The reason I am asking this is because I looking to purchase my very first smartphone in the not too distant future. I have ruled out the Iphone (even though it would have been my first choice otherwise) because the app store is not available in Nigeria. That being the case I have decided to go with an android phone, specifically the Samsung i9000 Galaxy S (or the i9200 Galaxy S2 if it comes out in time).

So, is the Android Market available in Nigeria (without jailbreaking or other such activities) or is it a lost cause. If it is not availabe I might just stick with something like a Blackberry. It would be a shame of course. Even my experience with my recently purchased iPod Touch has made me hungry for this touch thing.