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Gwagwalada
City in Abuja Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
Overview
Gwagwalada, located in Abuja's Federal Capital Territory, blends Nigeria's academic energy with local charm. As a key gateway to the capital, it is lively, affordable, and diverse, offering everything from busy markets to peaceful residential enclaves. The city welcomes visitors with authentic culture and a lively social scene.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
Capital Territory
Abuja Federal Capital Territory
Population
158,618
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
8.95°, 7.08°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$675
Local Cost
$270
Local Income
$120
Cashless
35
English
65
Temperature
26.3°C
Summer Avg
25.4°C
Winter Avg
25.9°C
Record High
42.7°C
Record Low
11.9°C
Humidity
70%
Precipitation
1147 mm
Internet Speed
1 Mbps
Upload
9 Mbps
Latency
37 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ABV
Distance
22 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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