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Kukawa
City in Borno, Nigeria
Overview
Kukawa is a traditional town set near the shores of Lake Chad in northeastern Nigeria. It is known for its historical legacy as an ancient Kanem-Bornu Empire capital and its lively markets and local culture. Though off the typical tourist track, Kukawa offers insight into the region's way of life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Borno
Population
203,343
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
12.92°, 13.57°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
10
Female Safety
20
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
15
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$335
Local Cost
$182
Local Income
$120
Cashless
10
English
20
Temperature
29.4°C
Summer Avg
31.0°C
Winter Avg
24.6°C
Record High
46.8°C
Record Low
7.0°C
Humidity
32%
Precipitation
426 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 45/100.
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