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Nigeria undoubtedly is the most important Country in West Africa, know as the Heart and  Giant of Africa, with about 150 million inhabitants and over 250 different ethnic groups and dialects, the three major Tribes are Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba. English is widely spoken and is the official language. The two main religions are Christianity and Islam.

Nigeria borders on Cameroon in the East, Chad and Niger in the North and Benin in the west it has 36 states, Abuja is the Capital of Nigeria it is a growing city with a modern infrastructures and a beautiful landscape, like Zuma Rock and Aso Rock. Abuja has a ultra modern airport – Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport named after the first president of Nigeria.

A must visit city in Nigeria is Lagos, it is a colourful and crowded city, but has tranquil get aways like Ikeja, Lekki area with Lekki Beach and Victoria Island with Bar Beach.

Ibadan is one of the oldest cities in Africa and is the center for leaning it boasts one of the best Golf corses in the country.

The most interseting city to the north is Kano, a very old center of learning and an important emirate before the colonial rule, a great city to explore.

Zaria and Sokoto with a real Sultan are two other old Hausa cities you can visit and not forgetting Kaduna, a very important trading center.

Jos is one of the best places to visit in Nigeria, the State is located on a plateau 1200 metres above sea level, which means it is cooler in Jos than any other place in Nigeria.

Benin City one of the oldest and the most important cities in Nigeria. The spectacular beauty about the city is that it is surrounded by historical moats, it was used as a form of defence against enemies of the city. Benin City has always been know as the city of the best bronze casters in West Africa. Some of the well known early bronxe statues can be found in Britsh Museums.

Asaba the capital of Delta State is located on the edge of River Niger. Asaba forms a connector between Western, Eastern and Northern Nigeria through the River Niger from the North and via Niger Bridge an East West link and a Nigerian landmark. It is a gateway to the city of Onitsha, a very important commercial city.

Nnewi situated in Eastern Nigeria. It is a very important commercial city, majorty inhabited by many industrious and creative Igbo business men and women. Nnewi is poularly nick-named Japan of Africa, since vitually all motor and motocycle parts of all brands can be repaired or reconstructed in this city, and it is the biggest importer of spare parts in Nigeria. It is the home of the first Nigerian Millionare.

Port Harcourt has long been an important merchant port and is today the centre of Nigeria 's oil industry. It has a vibrant night life and a variety of luxury Hotels and accommodation.

Calabar is in the far South East of Nigeria bordering Cameroon, it has some must see sights one of them being Tinapar the new Business and Tourist resort.

Nigeria has a lot of other important cities such as Enugu, Aba, Awka, Warri, Ijebu-Ode, Ilorin, Minna, Owerri, Yola, Zaria and Nsukka, a very important place in Nigerian Higher Education History it is the home to the first indigenous university established in Nigeria. It was founded by Dr. Benjamin Nnamdi Azikiwe, the first president of Nigeria.

Nigeria has all types of accommodations from Bed and Breakfast Hostels, Cheap Hostels, Backpacking Youth Hostels Accommodation, Bunk House, Lodgings, Guest House, Backpackers Hostels, Budget Hotels, private apartments to luxury 5 Star Hotels, no matter your taste or budget there is something for you. Nigeria is also a great Holiday Location for Groups, Student Groups, University Groups, College Groups and independent travellers who are willing to explore new places. 

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