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).

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).

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.

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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.

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.

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.