King Jaja of Opobo Memorial

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King Jaja of Opobo Memorial, Bronze statue in Opobo/Nkoro, Nigeria.

The King Jaja of Opobo Memorial features a bronze figure standing on a grey granite plinth, surrounded by cast iron railings and maintained grass areas.

The monument, erected in 1903 through public subscription, commemorates King Jaja, who established trade routes and maintained peace among coastal communities during the 19th century.

The memorial represents King Jaja in traditional royal attire with an inscription stating 'A king in title and indeed, always just and ever generous'.

The memorial site, located at coordinates 4.514107 latitude and 7.538879 longitude, provides educational information about the Niger Delta region's trading history.

The National Commission for Museums and Monuments designated this memorial as a special architectural structure on August 14, 1959.

Location: Opobo/Nkoro

GPS coordinates: 4.51411,7.53888

Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:02

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