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Illela
City in Sokoto, Nigeria
Overview
Illela is a lively border town set in Sokoto State, Nigeria, serving as a key trade hub between Nigeria and Niger. Known for its busy markets and deep-rooted Hausa culture, the city offers a lively yet traditional atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Sokoto
Population
150,133
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
13.73°, 5.30°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$338
Local Cost
$208
Local Income
$90
Cashless
10
English
15
Temperature
28.3°C
Summer Avg
29.2°C
Winter Avg
24.3°C
Record High
45.0°C
Record Low
8.6°C
Humidity
40%
Precipitation
576 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 40/100.
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