Abuja - Wikipedia
Abuja (/ əˈbuːdʒə /; [4] Yoruba: Àbújá, Yoruba pronunciation: [à.bú.d͡ʒá]) is the capital city of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, [5] strategically situated at the geographic midpoint of the country within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Abuja | Geography, Development, Map, & Population | Britannica
Jan 21, 2025 · Abuja, city, capital of Nigeria. It lies in the central part of Nigeria, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT; created 1976). The city is approximately 300 miles (480 km) northeast of Lagos , the former capital (until 1991).
Abuja, Nigeria: All You Must Know Before You Go (2025 ...
Strategically located at the crossroads of Nigeria's ethnic and religious groups, Abuja is home to the country's Presidential Branch, National Assembly and Supreme Court. The impressive Aso Rock rises majestically over the city's central government district.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Abuja (2025) - Tripadvisor
Things to Do in Abuja, Nigeria: See Tripadvisor's 15,063 traveler reviews and photos of Abuja tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in February. We have reviews of the best places to see in Abuja. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Abuja - New World Encyclopedia
Abuja, a planned modern city, is located near the center of the territory, approximately 300 miles (480km) northeast of Lagos, the country's largest city and former capital. The city is 1180 feet (360 meters) above sea level.
Abuja: All You Should Know About Nigeria's Capital City
Dec 12, 1991 · Abuja serves as the capital of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), located in the centre of the country. It is one of the wealthiest urban areas in Africa, playing home to some of the richest people on the continent.
Nigeria Capital | An Overview of the Federal Capital ...
Nov 13, 2024 · The Nigeria Capital is Abuja, located in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the center of the country. Abuja officially became the capital in 1991, replacing Lagos, which remains the country’s economic hub.