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Buga, Nigeria
Nasarawa State · Nigeria
Buga is a small city in Nasarawa State, Nigeria with a population of 9,913. Elevation: 997 ft (304 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Buga
"Buga" is a song by Nigerian singer Kizz Daniel featuring Tekno. It was released on 4 May 2022 through Flyboy I.N.C and Empire Distribution as the second single from Daniel's fourth studio album Maverick (2023) and was produced by Reward Beatz, Blaisebeatz, and Yung Willis. The song reached No. 1 on Apple Music's Nigeria Top 100 chart three days after its release, and topped the TurnTable Top 100 for seven weeks and ultimately emerging as the year's leading song. With a record-breaking 57.9 million streams, it achieved the highest streaming numbers ever in a single calendar year in Nigeria. It later became the most Shazamed song in the world after claiming the No. 1 spot in 13 countries. In addition to topping the streaming charts, "Buga" secured top-five positions in both radio and TV impressions. It won Song of the Year at the Soundcity MVP Awards Festival in 2023 and received a nomination for Song of the Year, Afrobeats Single of the Year, and Headies Viewer's Choice at The Headies 2023. The song was declared as the No. 1 Nigerian song of 2022 by TurnTable magazine, and was ranked #43 on Billboard magazine's list of the 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All Time.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,913 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4834°, 7.3261° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Nasarawa State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.3 inches (1,251 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buga
Buga is a small city in Nigeria (Nasarawa State) with a population of 9,913. The city sits at an elevation of 997 feet (304 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 1,398.9 sq mi (3,623.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4834°N, 7.3261°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 87°F (30°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
Buga has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 78°F in August to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 49.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Buga
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport | ABV | Large Airport |
| Lokoja Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Buga
What is the population of Buga?
Buga has a population of 9,913 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,398.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buga?
Buga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.3 inches.