Suleja

Understand

Suleja is in Niger State, Nigeria. It is in the North of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.

Climate The dry season in Suleja is hot and partially cloudy, whereas the wet season is warm, stuffy, and cloudy. The average annual temperature is 60–93 °F (16–34 °C); it is rarely lower or higher than 55 °F (13 °C) or 100 °F (38 °C). Late October through early March are the ideal months to visit Suleja for hot-weather activities.

History It was established in the early 19th century by Mohammed Makau, the last Hausa emir of Zaria and his followers who were fleeing the Fulani jihadists engaged in the conquest of northern Nigeria. Zaria, or Zazzau, was one of the Hausa city/states of Northern Nigeria which were being conquered by the Fulani jihadists under their charismatic Sheik, Usman Dan Fodio.

Getting there

There are numerous available transportation options for travellers and intending visitors who intend to travel across the city and other secluded parts of the northern city. Visitors have the option of travelling to Suleja by flight or by road.

By plane Minna Airport is 10 km northwest of Minna, Niger State. The airport although mainly used for Hajj operations also operates domestic and international flights.

By road This travel option entails the use of the interstate buses, taxis or private vehicles. Like most of the capital cities in the country, Suleja has a standard garage fleet that transports travellers to other parts of the country. These interstate buses usually have major parks that convey travellers from state to state. Nonetheless, travellers from Abuja to Suleja would need to use a taxi particularly because of the proximity of the two cities.

See

1 Ladi Kwali Pottery Center, Kwamba. Different extraordinary pottery can be found at this centre of Kwamba. (updated Jan 2022) 2 Suleja Club, Madalla (by road), ☏ +234 815 021 1357. Saturday only, 24-hr service. Suleja club provide a lot of recreational activities like Dancing, swimming pool for children play ground and lots more for the refreshment ND recreational activities of the people It depends. (updated Aug 2024) 3 ZeeShegs fitness center, Unnamed Road, Madalla (By Road), ☏ +234 706 881 9163, +234 8036252725. M-Sa 7–8:15AM and 5:30–6:30PM, Sunday closed. It's a fitness center that provides personal training, body pump, weight training, dance classes and aerobic classes. Registration fee. (updated Aug 2024)

Buy

1 Suleja Central Market, It is close to Suleja-Bakin Iku road. 9AM-8PM. A popular market in the town where you can get various food items and household equipments. ₦500. (updated Nov 2021)

Eat

1 Tasty Food Restaurant, Close Sonnytec along Bida-Abuja Road. A restaurant where you can buy contemporary Nigerian meals. (updated Nov 2021) 2 God's Hope Kitchen, beside Maje bridge, Suleja 910101, Madalla, ☏ +234 8172710902. Monday, 11am–6pm Tuesday, 11:30am–7pm Wednesday-Friday, 11am–6pm. Offers varieties of food whether dine-in, delivery and takeaway. (updated Jan 2022) 3 Molic Grill, Halidu gegu plaza suleja, opposite General hospital, ☏ +234 8055711377. opens 24hours. (updated Jan 2022)

Drink & nightlife

1 007 Miami Bar and Lounge, 910101, Kwamba, ☏ +234 8153775742. (updated Jan 2022) 2 La'vida, Morocco Rd, Kwamba, ☏ +234 8153775742. opens 24hours. (updated Jan 2022)

Sleep

1 Zuma Rock Resort, Zuma Rock, KM 6 Abuja - Kaduna - Zaria Express Way, 910103, Tafa (close to the Cliantro Zuma Rock Resorts), ☏ +234 8123375147. Check-in: 14.00, check-out: 12.00. A holiday or vacation spot close to the Zuma Rock in Abuja. (updated Dec 2021) 2 Masfala Hotel, Opposite Technical College, Kwambe. (updated Jan 2022)