Nigeria: Africa’s Palindrome Capital
Nigeria: Africa’s Palindrome Capital
Nigeria holds the record for the most places in Africa with palindromic names. These towns reveal the country’s deep history, trade routes, and vibrant cultures.
Aba
A major commercial hub in southeastern Nigeria, famous for textile and leather markets.
Abiriba
Nicknamed the “small London” for its wealth and beautiful houses built by returning traders.
Apapa
A bustling Lagos port city handling much of Nigeria’s shipping and imports.
Elleyelle
A small settlement in northern Nigeria, known for its lyrical name and rural lifestyle.
Ibi
A river port on the Benue River, historically a trading center for the Nupe and Jukun peoples.
Oyo
Once the capital of the powerful Oyo Empire, rich in Yoruba history and tradition.
Uburubu
A village in southern Nigeria with deep agricultural roots and community-based farming.
Did you know? Nigeria has more palindrome place names than any other African country — seven in total!
Did you know
IDI is the first name of a notorious Ugandan dictator whose first name is a palindrome.
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