Abuja, FCT

Abuja: This planned city, situated in the center of Nigeria, serves as the nation's capital.

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Quick Facts about Abuja

Population 590,400
Country Nigeria
State FCT (Nigeria)
County Municipal Area Council
Area 713000000 km2
Official name Abuja
Latitude & Longitude 9.0579,7.4951
Altitude 2,756 feet / 840 meters
Capital city Abuja is capital of Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Municipal, Nigeria
Establishment January 01, 1828 (198 years ago)
Time Zone UTC+01:00
Local time 20:55:10 (22nd April 2026)
Abuja  Federal Capital Territory 2 image
Abuja Federal Capital Territory 2 image

Geography

Abuja is located at 9°3'28"N 7°29'42"E (9.0578500, 7.4950800).

Abuja map

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Official website of Abuja

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  • Suleja, Niger Located in Niger State, North Central Nigeria, this city serves as a significant commercial and residential center near the Federal Capital Territory. with a population of 162,135 people.