Jabi Lake
A man-made reservoir of about 1,300 hectares in Abuja, now used for leisure and boat rides.
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Quick facts
- State
- Federal Capital Territory
- City
- Abuja
- Category
- Nature and wildlife
- Type
- Man-made reservoir behind an earth dam
- Size
- About 1,300 hectares
- Original purpose
- Water supply for Abuja, initially for about 100,000 people
- Later use
- A fishing and tourist attraction after the larger Lower Usuma Dam was built
- Park
- The surrounding area was named Jabi Lake Park in 2007
Jabi Lake is a man-made reservoir of about 1,300 hectares in Abuja. It was built to supply water to the city and is now a leisure spot.
About the lake
Jabi Lake is a man-made reservoir held back by an earth dam. It covers about 1,300 hectares.
It was built as a water supply for Abuja, initially for about 100,000 people. After the larger Lower Usuma Dam was built, the lake became a fishing and tourist attraction.
The park and activities
The area around the lake was named Jabi Lake Park in 2007. Wikipedia says social events are held in the park and the lake offers boat rides.
Visiting
Opening times, fees and boat-ride operators are not confirmed here, so check locally before you go.
Elsewhere in Abuja, see Millennium Park and the Abuja National Mosque.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jabi Lake?
In Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory.
Is Jabi Lake natural?
No. It is a man-made reservoir behind an earth dam.
Can you take a boat ride?
Wikipedia says the lake offers boat rides. Confirm locally.
Sources and further reading
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