Kwara State - Wikipedia
WEBKwara State (Yoruba: Ìpínlẹ̀ Kwárà) is a state in Western Nigeria, bordered to the east by Kogi State, to the north by Niger State, and to the south by Ekiti, Osun, and Oyo states, while its western border makes up part of the international border with Benin Republic.
Kwara | Nigeria, History, Culture, Map, & People | Britannica
WEBKwara, state, west-central Nigeria. It is bounded by Benin to the west and by the Nigerian states of Niger to the north, Kogi to the east, and Ekiti, Osun, and Oyo to the south. Kwara state consists mostly of wooded savanna, but there are forested regions in the south.
History of Kwara State | Culture | Economy - Naijabiography
WEB1 day ago · In this piece, Naijabiography explores the history of the Kwara State people, their cultural beliefs, political structures, and economic system.
Ilorin - Wikipedia
WEBIlorin, city, traditional emirate, and capital of Kwara state, western Nigeria. It is located on the Awun River, a minor tributary of the Niger. Founded in the late 18th century by Yoruba people, it became the capital of a kingdom that was a vassal state of the Oyo empire.
10 Interesting Facts About Kwarans - Nigerian Adventures
WEBDec 25, 2023 · Kwara State is a region in Nigeria that serves as a melting pot of various ethnic groups including the Fulanis, Barubas, Nupes, and Yorubas. Its inhabitants, commonly referred to as Kwarans, embody the vibrant cultural tapestry of the area.
Kwara State of Nigeria :: Nigeria Information & Guide
WEBThe main ethnic groups are Yoruba, Fulani, Nupe and Barubas. Islam and Christianity are the major religions in the state. ECONOMY. Agriculture is the main stay of the economy and the principal cash crops are: cotton, cocoa, coffee, …
Kwara - Facts.ng
WEBThe primary ethnic group of Kwara State is Yoruba, with significant Nupe, Bariba Hausa minorities. The state had a population estimate of 2,591,555 as at 2005. Natural Resources: Coal, Limestone, Marble, Iron, Ore, Feldspar, Clay, Tin, Talc, Gold.
Kwara State Association of Nigeria UK - KWASANG
WEBPeople and Culture of Kwara State. KWARA STATE. Kwara State was created on 27 May 1967, when the Federal Military Government of General Yakubu Gowon broke the four regions that then constituted the Federation of Nigeria into 12 states. At its creation, the state was made up of the former Ilorin and Kabba provinces of the then Northern Region ...
Brief History of Kwara State:: Nigeria Information & Guide
WEBHistory. Kwara State was formed out of the former northern region on 27th May 1967 by the then regime of General Yakubu Gowon. At its creation, the state was made up of the former Ilorin and Kabba provinces of the then Northern Region and was initially named the West Central State but later changed to Kwara, a local name for the River Niger.
Ilorin | Nigeria, Map, Facts, & Population | Britannica
WEBIlorin, city, traditional emirate, and capital of Kwara state, western Nigeria. It is located on the Awun River, a minor tributary of the Niger. Founded in the late 18th century by Yoruba people, it became the capital of a kingdom that was a vassal state of the Oyo empire.
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