Kaduna, Trade center in Kaduna State, Nigeria
Located on the banks of the Kaduna River, the city extends across an area with a yearly mean temperature of 25.2 degrees Celsius.
The British colonists established Kaduna in 1900, which later became the capital of Northern Nigeria from 1917 until 1967.
The National Museum, established in 1975, holds collections of archaeological artifacts and ethnographic materials representing the diverse cultures of Northern Nigeria.
The city maintains an international airport, multiple educational institutions, and manufacturing facilities for textiles, machinery, steel, and petroleum products.
The name Kaduna originates from the Hausa language meaning crocodiles, referencing the local wildlife in the river.
Location: Kaduna State
Inception: 1913
Elevation above the sea: 250 m
Website: http://kadunastate.gov.ng
GPS coordinates: 10.51829,7.43599
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:15
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