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168 DIRECTORY United States of America (New York) Permanent Mission of Nigeria to the United Nations, 828 Second Ave., New York, NY 10017, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Tel: 212-9539130, 5577465 Trade organisations Official trade organisations and industry groups operating in Nigeria Nigerian British Chamber of Commerce Olubunmi Owa Street, Off Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos Tel: +234 1 8209173-4 Website:www.nbccng.net E-mail: nbcofc@yahoo.com Nigeria-USA Chamber of Commerce 4 Ikot-Ekpene Close, Area II Off Emeka Anyoku Street, Gariki, Abuja, Nigeria Tourist attractions and cultural festivals Awe-inspiring beaches, gushing springs and an array of impressive wildlife makes Nigeria an essential place to visit for nature enthusiasts and relaxation-seekers alike Obudu Mountain Resort Address: Obudu Mountain Resort, Obanliku Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria Tel: +234 708 923 1815 The Obudu Mountain Resort in Cross River State is 5,200 feet above sea level, nestled in the Oshie Ridge of the InvEsT In nIGERIA 2012-13 United States of America (Washington DC) Embassy of the Fed. Rep. of Nigeria 2201 M. Street, NW Washington DC 20037, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Tel: 202-8221500, 8221513, 7751385/6 Website: www.nigeriaembassyusa.org Email: info@nigeriaembassyusa.org Tel: +234 80 33138471 Website: www.nusacc.us Email: info@nusacc.us The Nigerian-German Business Association and the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Nigeria 148 Younis Bashorun Street (Off Ajose Adeogun St), Victoria Island Extension Lagos, Nigeria Sankwala Mountains, and boasts Africa’s longest cable car. Situated in an area brimming with natural beauty, the resort offers unique accomodation in the form of African round huts and mountain chalets, and comprises canopy forest walks, a water park and a golf course. It is located near Agbokim waterfalls and Kwa rapids, and Nollywood Studios are also close by. Venezuela (Caracas) Embassy of the Fed. Rep. of Nigeria Av Chivacoa, Qta Blanca Luz, San Roman, Caracas, VENEZUELA Tel: 2684936, 2634816 Serbia (Belgrade) Embassy of the Fed. Rep. of Nigeria Gersi CEVA 14A, P.O. Box 1021, 1100, Belgrade, SERBIA Tel: 413-329, 413-411 Tel:: +234 1 2701548, +234 1 2701549 Website: www.ngba-africa.org Email: info@ngba-africa.org International Chamber of Commerce Nigeria NECA House, 1st Floor, A2 Hakeem Balogun Way Central Business District Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria Tel: +234 1 7742734, 7746352 Website: www.iccng.org Email: bunmi@iccng.org Yankari Game Reserve Address: Wikki Camp, Yankari, Bauchi, Bauchi, Nigeria Tel: +234 7743 674 The Yankari Game Reserve in Bauchi State covers an area of 2,244 sq km and is home to an impressive array of wildlife. As well as more than 50 species of animals, the Wikki Warm Springs are Zambia (Lusaka) Nigerian High Commission, 17 Broads Road, Fairview, P.O. Box 32598, Lusaka, ZAMBIA Tel: 229860-2, 253177 Fax: 223791 Zimbabwe (Harare) Nigerian High Commission, 36 Samora Machel Avenue, Harare, ZIMBABWE Tel: 790761, 790763, 790765-9 Chair: Babatunde Abayomi Savage Vice Chairs: Raymond Ihyembe, Martin Woolnough Secretary General: Olubunmi Osuntuyi National airline Air Nigeria Tel: +234 1 271 1111 Website: www.myairnigeria.com Domestic destinations: Abuja Kano Sokoto Enugu Owerri Port-Harcourt found here – a collection of four natural warm-water springs heated by underground geothermal activity. There is also a “Wikki Camp” where tourists can stay in chalets located near to the springs. The Game Reserve boasts the largest elephant population in West Africa, although catching a glimpse can be a challenge due to the dense vegetation. With almost 60 caves and
Kalban Hill – where from the top visitors can observe the whole park – the reserve is a popular destination for explorers and wildlife enthusiasts. Cross River National Park Address: PO Box 149, Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria Tel: +234 8722 1694 The Cross River National Park is 4,000 sq km of sprawling tropical rainforest and mangrove swamps. Containing the last remaining rainforest in Nigeria, which is being preserved with the help of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation, the park is a biodiversity hotspot that is home to several rare species of primate and, among other animal species, elephants, lowland gorillas, buffalo and leopards. Lake Kainji National Park Address: PMB. 1372, New Bussa, Niger, Nigeria Tel: +234 3167 0036 The Lake Kainji National Park is the largest in West Africa, incorporating the Borgu Game Reserve and the Zugurma Game Reserve. Lake Kainji itself is 136km long, and tours of the Kainji dam Facts and figures Useful information about Nigeria Capital: Abuja Largest city: Lagos Official language: English Recognised national languages: Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba Currency: Naira (₦) (NGN) Time zone: WAT (UTC+1); summer (DST) (UTC+1) Drives on the right Calling code: +234 Population 2012 estimate: 170,123,740 GDP (2011 estimate): Total: $413,402 billion Per capita: $2,578 are available. Open December until June, the park boasts a wealth of wildlife and birdlife, with many tourists coming with the hope of spotting the elusive ‘Big Five’. Ikogosi Warm Springs Address: Ikogosi Ekiti, Ado Ekiti, Bkiti, Nigeria Tel: +234 0132 1563-4 Ikogosi Warm Springs in Ekiti State are said to be a geological wonder. From the same rock formation flow two springs – one warm and one cold. This spring is one of just eight of its kind in the world, and the surrounding area has been left untouched, allowing it to retain its natural beauty and aiding the mythical stories around the spring’s formation. Coconut Beach, Tarkwa Bay and Calabar Beach These waterside locations in Lagos State are places of astounding tranquillity and beauty, encouraging relaxation in tropical surroundings. Nigeria has more than 700km of sandy beaches, meaning that many offer privacy and peace. Coconut Beach gets its name from the coconut trees that encircle the sand, while Tarkwa Bay offers a livlier atmosphere with a younger crowd. Calabar Beach in Cross River State is virtually uninhabited, and this isolation in an awe-inspiring setting allows visitors luxury and privacy at the mouth of the Calabar River. Durbar festival The annual Durbar festival in Kano State is celebrated during the religious periods of Eid al-Mubarak and Eid al-Fitr Salah. Prayers are followed by an impressive parade of the Emir Alhaji Ado Bayero and his horses – a tradition that dates back more than 150 years. The five-day festival fills the air with a cacophony of beating drums, wailing pipes and the rhythmic footsteps of hundreds of dancers in a cultural celebration of religion and an homage to the Emir. Argungu Fishing Festival The Argungu Fishing Festival in Kebbi State draws visitors from far and wide who flock to watch the four-day cultural event in the north-west of Nigeria – one that is truly unique and that many testify needs to be witnessed at first hand. On the final day of the festival, and at the sound of a gun, thousands of fisherman leap into the Matan Fada river in an hourlong competition to catch the biggest fish. The winner often walks away with a substantial cash prize, having caught the Major public holidays in Nigeria On special occasions, the federal government may declare public holidays: New Year’s Day Eid al-Fitr Eid al-Kabir Hajire (New Year) Good Friday Easter Monday DIRECTORY 169 winning fish using traditional fishing tools, although many of the competitors prefer to catch the fish by hand to showcase their hunting capabilities. The festival marks the state of peace between the former Sokoto Caliphate and the Kebbi Kingdom, who fought for centuries prior to the arrival of the British. Eyo Festival The Eyo Festival in Lagos State is only held once every four to eight years, yet it is widely believed that the atmosphere rivals that of Rio Carnival. On Eyo day, the people pay homage to the Oba of Lagos whenever the occasion demands, although the festival is usually held as the final burial rites. Dancers and musicians depict the history and culture of Lagos State’s indigenous people in a celebration that has come to be internationally acclaimed. New Yam Festival The New Yam Festival, which takes place at the end of the rainy season across the entire Eastern Region, is an annual harvest festival. Symbolic of the abundance of yams, on the day of the festival only dishes of yam are served. Folk dances, parades and masquerades are some of the festivities used to celebrate the season of cultivation. Workers’ Day Children’s Day Id-El-Maulud National Day (1 October) Christmas Day Boxing Day InvEsT In nIGERIA 2012-13
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