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Okuta
City in Kwara, Nigeria
Overview
Okuta is a small, close-knit town in Kwara State known for its welcoming community and the famous Okuta Gaani Festival. With rich Yoruba and Bariba influences, it offers visitors an authentic glimpse into rural Nigerian life. Its modest size makes it easy to explore on foot and connect with locals.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Kwara
Population
26,589
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
9.22°, 3.18°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
46
Female Safety
38
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
32
Monthly Cost
$432
Local Cost
$245
Local Income
$110
Cashless
18
English
45
Temperature
25.8°C
Summer Avg
24.8°C
Winter Avg
25.7°C
Record High
41.9°C
Record Low
11.3°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
1116 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
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 2026-01-15.
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 38/100.
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