City Aba – Nigerian City Full of Fun and Life

Aba is a city located on the Aba River in the Abia State of southern Nigeria. It is a large city and an important trade centre of the country. The city has a lively atmosphere, with some good tourist entertainment venues and various marketplaces.

Accommodation Options
Aba has a number of budget hotels with clean surroundings, relaxing atmosphere and good facilities. Air conditioner, telephone, satellite television, restaurant, bar and business facilities are offered by some of the best accommodations in the city. Ibo is the main language spoken by the people of Aba.

History
The Igbo people are considered as the original inhabitants of the city. Their Ngwa clan was the first settlement of the city. During the period of colonization, the city was acquired by the British, who used it as an administrative centre. It is believed that the Eziukwu - Aba community conceded the British the land on which the present day Aba is located. A major commercial centre, the city also accommodated a British military post in 1901. An important event in the history of Aba was the “Aba Women Riot”, a revolt by local women against the taxation policies of the colonial government.

Popular Places
The city of Aba has a number of churches as its popular tourist destinations. The Anglican Church of Nigeria, St. Michael's Cathedral Anglican Church, St. James Church, the Catholic Church, St. Joseph Cathedral and African Gospel church are some of the popular ones in the city. The city also accommodates numerous congregations and a temple. Some mosques, like the Hospital Road Mosque, are also located in the city and are worth paying a visit.

Getting Around
Aba has a railway station and road transport facilities that connect it with neighbouring places. You can explore the city on foot. The people in the city are quite friendly to guide you for your travel around the city. 

Places of Entertainment
Taverns, bars and pubs are located in all parts of the city and they act as great places of entertainment for the local people as well as the tourists. Nigerian music can be enjoyed at these venues, along with variety of cuisines and drinks. There are night clubs where one can have real good fun. The city also has a number of markets that are capable of attracting the tourists visiting the city. You can also roam near the river to view scenic beauty of the place.

Currency
Nigeria Naira is the official currency of the place. It is available in the denomination of 50 kobo, 1 & 2 naira for coins and 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 & 1000 naira. Online news can help you learn about the currency exchange rates in advance.

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