Maitama
Maitama is a district in Phase 1 of Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria. The district hosts various foreign embassies, high commissions, and governmental buildings. It houses several of Abuja's most well known landmarks, such as the Millennium Park, Minister's Hill, the Unity Fountain, the IBB Golf Club, and the Transcorp Hilton hotel.
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| Coordinates: 9°5′4.164″N 7°29′30.1344″E | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Federal territory | Federal Capital Territory |
| Federal capital | Abuja |
| First settled | 1715 |
| Incorporated | 1 October 1984 |
| Government | |
| • Body | Federal Capital Territory Administration |
The district is situated to the north of Abuja, with the Wuse and Central Districts lying to its southwest and southeast respectively. Due to its rapid growth, the district is currently undergoing further extension as of 2023.
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