Ilorin

Nigeria
Ilorin, Nigeria
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Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State in north-central Nigeria, is a large city where Yoruba, Fulani, Hausa, Nupe, Bariba, and Kanuri cultures converge, giving it a notably mixed character rare among Nigerian cities of its size. Founded in the 15th century, it carries a strong Islamic heritage alongside a growing Christian presence, and sits within reach of both water and highland terrain.

  • Population1,080,000
  • Nearest water from center8.0 km
  • Nearest mountain from center4.8 km