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Akure
City in Ondo, Nigeria
Overview
Akure, the capital of Ondo State in southwestern Nigeria, is a lively city known for its rich Yoruba heritage, dynamic markets, and friendly locals. It balances modern growth with traditional culture and offers authentic experiences for travelers interested in everyday Nigerian life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Ondo
Population
847,903
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
7.25°, 5.19°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$505
Local Cost
$239
Local Income
$120
Cashless
40
English
55
Temperature
24.6°C
Summer Avg
23.9°C
Winter Avg
24.5°C
Record High
37.9°C
Record Low
11.6°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
1549 mm
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
5
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
AKR
Distance
12 km
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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.
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 60/100.
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