Zuma Rock is historically served as the protection fort for the Gbagyi people during intertribal wars. Zuma Rock is often described by many as the Gateway to Abuja from Suleja.
The first settlers around the rock back in the 15th century were the Zuba and Koro people. The rock was first called Zumwa meaning “the place where Guinea Fowls are caught”.
The settlers believed the rock had spirits, organized festivals in honor of the rock, offered sacrifices and worshiped it. Zuma Rock is regarded as the strongest idol, both for its size and strong spirits.
Zuma Rock which is about 3.1 kilometers in circumference and stands tall at a height of about 725 meters above the surrounding area is one of the most popular landmarks in Nigeria.
Popularly referred to as the Gateway to Abuja, the rock stands at the Northern end of Abuja, on the Abuja-Kaduna expressway. At the time FCT was carved out, it was well known that the physical boundary of FCT dissected the Rock, with the larger part falling into Niger State and the smaller part falling into FCT. The rock geographically lies in-between Niger State and FCT, Abuja
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