The History of Abuja.
The name “Abuja” was derived from Abu Ja, a brother to Muhammadu Makau, the last Hausa ruler of Zaria. Makau had left Zaria after being defeated by the Fulani and settled in the area now known asAbuja. In 1825 his brother Abu Ja succeeded him as the 62nd King of Zaria.
History have it that king Abubakar who is also known as “Abu-ja”,founded the city of Abuja. Abuja later became the Federal Capital Territory due to the population pressure and political/ethnic divisions in Lagos. As earlier stated it being at the central region of the country made it suitable for the FCT.
Abuja's population includes over 250 ethnic groups from almost every corner of Nigeria. While English is the official language, other languages are spoken as well including Yoruba, Ibo, and Hausa.
Abuja is one of the most beautiful cities in Nigeria, but the cost of living is very high. ... For younger people who are unpaid interns or have entry level professional jobs and are supporting themselves, the city is pricey and it may be difficult to find a good area to live in within the city that will meet your budget.
Abuja is generally safe. The crime rate is Low. I will advise you stay in the city center, as it is more secured compared to the outskirts. Just like any other city in the world, with its ups and downs, Abuja is a safe place to live and enjoy life.
Safety, Things you should know. Visitors are advised to check with their foreign ministry for the latest travel advice on Nigeria.
Abuja is generally safe, but as with any city, caution and common sense should still be exercised. Visitors need to be aware that there are the risks of armed robbery and car jacking.
Major religious sites include the Nigerian National Mosque and the Nigerian National Christian Centre. The city is served by the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.Abuja is known for being one of the few purpose-built capital cities in Africa, as well as being one of the wealthiest.
The Capital Was Moved From Lagos To Abuja. From 1914 to 1991, Lagos was the seat of power of Nigeria and served as both a political and economic capital. ... Abuja fit the entire requirement especially because of its location to serve as the capital of Nigeria.
Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, is located in this territory. FCT was formed in 1976 from parts of the states of Nasarawa, Niger and Kogi. It is within the Middle Belt region of the country.
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