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Lokoja
City in Kogi, Nigeria
Overview
Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State, is located at the scenic confluence of the Niger and Benue Rivers and boasts a rich colonial history. The city is a gateway to central Nigeria, offering lively local markets, historic sites, and waterfront vistas.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Kogi
Population
196,643
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
7.80°, 6.74°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$420
Local Cost
$220
Local Income
$130
Cashless
30
English
70
Temperature
26.9°C
Summer Avg
25.9°C
Winter Avg
26.8°C
Record High
41.2°C
Record Low
12.1°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
1080 mm
Internet Speed
12 Mbps
Upload
15 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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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.
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 70/100.
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