Lokoja

Lokoja local government area is in Kogi state, North-central Nigeria. Lokoja doubles as the capital city of Kogi state and is made up of several districts which include Ganaja, Adankolo, Felele, and Otokiti. The estimated population of Lokoja LGA is put at 314,772 inhabitants with the area hosting members of diverse ethnic groups. The religions of Islam and Christianity are commonly practiced in Lokoja LGA while popular festivals such as the Agbo masquerade and the Oro festivals are held in the area. The notable landmarks in Lokoja LGA include the Kogi state Polytechnic and the Federal University Lokoja.

GEOGRAPHY OF LOKOJA

Lokoja LGA falls under the Tropical Savannah Climate and has an average temperature of 28 degrees centigrade. The LGA occupies a total area of 3,180 square kilometres and hosts the confluence of the Niger and Benue Rivers.

ECONOMY OF LOKOJA

A number of mineral deposits are found in Lokoja LGA and these include Iron ore and limestone. The area also has a viable trade sector and hosts several markets such as the Kpata and the New markets.  Lokoja LGA also hosts several banks, hotels as well as government and privately owned institutions. Other important economic activities undertaken by people of Lokoja LGA include crafts making and farming.