Niger State

Niger State encompasses 76,363 square kilometers of wooded savannas and floodplains, making it the largest state by land area in Nigeria.

The British administration established Niger Province in 1908, initially naming it Nupe Province from 1918 to 1926 before its transformation into Niger State in 1976.

The Nupe people, concentrated in the southern region, maintain their traditions through metalwork, pottery creation, and glass manufacturing passed down through generations.

The state contains three major hydroelectric power stations at Kainji Dam, Shiroro Dam, and Zungeru Dam, supplying electricity to multiple regions across Nigeria.

Within the boundaries of Niger State lies Kainji Lake National Park, the largest national park in Nigeria, which protects diverse wildlife and natural ecosystems.

Location: Nigeria

Inception: February 3, 1976

Capital city: Minna

Shares border with: Kebbi State, Zamfara State, Kaduna State, Federal Capital Territory, Kogi State, Kwara State

Website: https://nigerstate.gov.ng

GPS coordinates: 10.00000,6.00000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:14