Abuja City Gate
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Interactive map of Abuja City Gate | |
| Location | Kukwaba, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria |
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| Coordinates | 9°2′7.42″N 7°26′53.71″E / 9.0353944°N 7.4482528°E |
| Type | Monument |
| Material | Concrete |
| Height | approx. 25 m (27 yd; 82 ft) |
| Dedicated to | Abuja |
The Abuja City Gate is a concrete monument and national landmark located in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria.[1] The gate is topped with the Nigerian flag and the coat of arms. It was erected in 1991, during the movement of the national capital from Lagos to Abuja.[2]
The monument is located on Airport Road from the international airport in the district of Kukwaba.[3]
History
The monument was built during the administration of Ibrahim Babangida to commemorate the movement of the national capital from Lagos to Abuja.[4] It acts as a pavilion and a welcome sign to visitors coming into the city.[5]
In March 2026, it was reported that the Abuja City Gate will be renovated to include a water fountain and a recreational area.[6]
Significance
The monument features three arches. Two large inverted columns with the Nigerian flag in between them, along with a smaller center arch bearing Nigeria's coat of arms of Nigeria. It marks the formal entrance into Abuja city proper.[7]
References
- ↑ "Abuja City Gate". Nigerian Heritage. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "Makeover if Abuja's City Gate: A symbol of misplaced priorities". Premium Times. 17 May 2025.
- ↑ "Kukwaba district guide". Villa Afrika. Retrieved 21 May 2026.
- ↑ "Abuja at 46: The dreams, strides and challenges". Premium Times. 3 February 2022.
- ↑ "The broom and Abuja City Gate". This Day. 21 February 2019.
- ↑ "Oluremi Tinubu to inaugurate remodeled Abuja City Gate in May as projects near completion". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. 26 March 2026.
- ↑ "Exploring Abuja City Gate, Nigeria". LN247 news. 1 October 2023.