Ekiti State

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Ekiti State, Administrative state in southwestern Nigeria

Ekiti State spans across tropical regions between longitudes 40°51′ and 50°451′ East and latitudes 70°151′ and 80°51′ North of the Equator.

The territory experienced significant changes during the Kiriji War from 1877 to 1893, when the Ekiti Confederacy fought against the Ibadan Kingdom until British colonization.

The population of Ekiti State maintains strong educational values, producing numerous professors and scholars while supporting multiple universities and academic institutions.

The state government implements a Grievance Redress Mechanism for businesses and individuals to address concerns regarding trade fees and administrative procedures.

Ekiti State officially designated the Obeche tree as its state tree in March 2022, recognizing its environmental importance in the region.

Location: Nigeria

Inception: October 1, 1996

Capital city: Ado Ekiti

Shares border with: Kwara State, Kogi State, Ondo State, Osun State

Website: https://ekitistate.gov.ng

GPS coordinates: 7.66667,5.25000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:20

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