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Best Things to Do
Popular Best Things to Do in Nigeria [2025]
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National Museum Lagos
4.5
/5
11 reviews
7.1
Based on 54 reviews
Lagos Island | >100 km from downtown
Phone +234 1 263 6005
Address: Onikan Rd, Ikoyi, Lagos 102273, Lagos, Nigeria
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Showcasing Nigeria's diverse cultures
Lagos landmark showcasing Nigerian heritage
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The National Museum Lagos is a treasure trove of Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, offering a fascinating glimpse into the country’s history. With its impressive collection of artifacts, including the famous Benin bronzes and traditional relics, it provides an educational and immersive experience. However, some areas could benefit from better maintenance and modernization to enhance visitor experience. Despite this, the museum remains a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts, preserving
best place to visit and enjoy holiday
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Abuja National Mosque
4.3
/5
26 reviews
6.7
>100 km from downtown
Phone +234 703 900 1430
Address: 1012 Sani Abacha Wy, Central Business Dis, Abuja 900103, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Unique modern & traditional architecture
Abuja's 1984 landmark mosque
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The Nigerian National Mosque, built in 1984, is located in the center of Abuja, not far from the Hilton Hotel. In addition to rallies, it is also open to non-Muslims. Opposite the mosque is the National Christian Center of Nigeria.
Worth going if you are also a believer. The only cost is the car fee. It is better if you are just passing by.
Islam in Nigeria
In the 13th century, Islam was introduced to some city-states through Muslim merchants, immigrants, and missionaries, and gradually established Islamic judicial and administrative systems. In the second half of the 14th century, a group of Mandingo Islamic missionaries from the Mali Empire came to Kano City, built the first mosque, and founded religious schools to teach the Koran, Hadith, Sharia and religious rituals. Islam spread to northern and central Nigeria through Kano.
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Location of Nigeria
The Federal Republic of Nigeria is located in the middle and lower reaches of the Niger River in West Africa. It is connected to Cameroon in the east, the Gulf of Guinea in the south, Benin in the west, and Niger in the north. It covers an area of 923,768 square kilometers. The population is about 112.25 million (1988), ranking first in Africa.
History of the development of Nigeria
The capital of Nigeria is Lagos. There are about 250 tribes in the country, of which the three major tribes of Hausa-Fulani, Yoruba and Igbo account for about 58% of the total population. The vast majority of Hausa-Fulani in the north believe in Islam, and nearly half of Yoruba in the west believe in Islam. 47% of the country's residents believe in Islam. The official language is English, and the main ethnic languages are Hausa and Yoruba. Around the end of the 11th century, Islam was introduced to the Kanyem-Bornu Kingdom in northeastern Nigeria through Egypt. The upper class first converted to Islam, and then spread Islam to some areas of the Hausa people. In the 14th century, it became the Islamic cultural center of the region. From the 11th to the 13th century, in northern Nigeria and southern Niger, the Hausa city-states of Kano, Gobir, Katsina, Rano, etc. emerged one after another, and commercial trade was developed.
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Lekki Conservation Centre
4.0
/5
18 reviews
6.5
Based on 582 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +234 906 546 0479
Address: Km 19 Lekki - Epe Expy, Lekki Penninsula II, Lekki 106104, Lagos, Nigeria
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Nigeria
Highlights:
Built in 1992 for nature views
Boardwalk for nature views
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Visiting Lekki Conservation Centre was such a refreshing experience. It’s like stepping out of the chaos of Lagos and into this peaceful, green paradise. The canopy walk was definitely the highlight, it’s not for the faint-hearted, but the views were totally worth it. I loved spotting the monkeys and peacocks just roaming around like they owned the place. Walking through the mangroves on the wooden boardwalk felt so calming, and the fresh air was a treat.
good place for kids to know more about environment protection
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Zuma Rock
5.0
/5
26 reviews
4.9
Based on 23 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: Kubwa 901101, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Unique rock formations for photos
Abuja's iconic African wonder
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Zuma Rock in Nigeria is a huge single rock located in the north of Abuja, the capital of Nigeria. It is regarded as the "Gateway to Abuja" and is an iconic attraction in Abuja.
It is the pillar of the Nigerian national faith and the cornerstone. Soldiers are stationed around it to protect it. There are viewing platforms, photo booths, star-rated hotels, supermarkets, night markets, and a northeastern highway leading to Kaduna and Kano.
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