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5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by flex04(m): 2:34pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Obudu is a popular name on people’s lips in Nigeria. However, even with how popular this destination is, there are still a couple of things that are misconceived or unknown about the place. To fill in the gap, Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 things you probably didn’t know about Obudu. It’s a Local Government Area and Town Once the name ‘Obudu’ is mentioned, a number of people assume it’s the Obudu Mountain Resort that is either being referred to or being shortened to the form ‘Obudu’. However, this is not always the case. Obudu is actually a Local Government Area and town in Cross River State, Nigeria, that features the Obudu Mountain Resort (formerly called Obudu Cattle Ranch) among other features and recreational facilities. It Has a Dam The town of Obudu is downstream from the Obudu Dam which provides recreational facilities for people in the area. The dam is located within the Obudu crystalline basement plateau and was commissioned in 1999 for use in farm irrigation, fishing, and for recreational and tourism purposes. It has a Plateau The Obudu plateau is found on the Oshie Ridge of the Sankwala Mountain range in Cross River State. The Obudu Mountain Resort (formerly called Obudu Cattle Ranch) was developed on this plateau. The plateau is found in the Obanliku local government area of Cross River state and is a giant massif spread over an area of over 40 square miles and rises to about 5200 ft above sea level, with its peak reaching to a height of about 1,716 metres above sea level. The plateau is known to a habitat of rare species of birds. It Hosts an International Mountain Race It called the Obudu Ranch International Mountain Race and it’s an annual mountain running competition that takes place in late November in Obudu. The race is known as the ‘World’s Richest Mountain Race’ because it has the largest total prize money available of any mountain race. The race is an associate member race of the World Mountain Running Association (WMRA) and endorsed by the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF). However, in 2015, due to huge financial challenges the government of the state indefinitely suspended the race. It has a Nearby Airstrip The Airstrip is called Bebi Airstrip. It’s an airstrip serving Bebi in Nigeria and it also serves as the airport for the Obudu Mountain Resort. It’s runway is 18 kilometers east of the town of Obudu and the airstrip primarily serves as the aviation gateway to the Obudu Ranch resort. This makes Cross River state the only state in Nigeria with a flight route connecting two operational airports within the state. Source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-things-probably-didnt-know-obudu/ cc: lalasticlala mynd44 9 Likes 5 Shares
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Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Nobody: 2:37pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
I'd like to visit there soon. Modified: What's the big deal of FTC sef? Some people jubilate as if they won Presidential Election. 2 Likes |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Sojebrand(m): 3:08pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Same here 1 Like
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Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Daslim180(m): 3:09pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Is that not name of a movie? Oh! Sorry, was thinking about "Obodo" . Nice place to visit tho! 1 Like |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Crauxx(m): 3:09pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
The view is awesome 1 Like |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by beautiful232(f): 3:10pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
such a lovely place |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Charly68: 3:10pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
What is the average cost per day for tourist in Obudu |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by BabaCommander: 3:11pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
How will it cost for a FAM of 3 to spend a week there? |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Dumba088(m): 3:11pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Town of flexing |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by smartty68(m): 3:11pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Poor management has killed Obudu Range Resort. That was Donald Duke's innovation but after Liyel Imoke too over everything got mismanaged and now the almighty confused governor Ayade without clues on running the government is doing worst. SMH 17 Likes |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Nobody: 3:11pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Lovely |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Celcius: 3:13pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
So true, but successive administration cannot maintain Donald Duke's drive. |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by jbkomo(m): 3:14pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
And has d longest cable car in west Africa. Not sure if not d longest in Africa. Wonderful place |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by WaleOsu(m): 3:15pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Donald Duke's greatest achievement...infact,one of Nigeria's greatest achievements 7 Likes |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by orledaj(m): 3:15pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
9 Likes |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by burkingx(f): 3:18pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by manny4u(m): 3:20pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
flex04:Thats my am town, and the dam is right behind my village house. If you have not been to Obudu you have never been anywhere. Lovely small beautiful town with the best palmwine and food. Flex are you from obudu? 6 Likes |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by LAFO: 3:20pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Another Point... Obudu Mountains and resort is actually in Obanliku Local Government. Nice place to be. 4 Likes |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by kingzjay(m): 3:20pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
God bless Donald Duke! Welcome to the People's Paradise |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by goldedprince: 3:25pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
with the latest rise in crime rate in crs, i dont advise anyone to visit |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by iphyjones(f): 3:26pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Obudu mountain resort is located at obanliku LGA and not obudu LGA. The last mountain race was held in November 2015. Was a Corp member serving in obanliku 1 Like |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Perfecter4real(m): 3:27pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Obudu cattle ranch is a place to be. was there for Xmas last year. the weather is entirely different from The rest part of cross river. 2 Likes |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by okonja(m): 3:28pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Going this December for vacation with ma family |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Perfecter4real(m): 3:30pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
goldedprince:Dude don't know what you're talking about. if you don't have the money to visit just say it. Cross river is the most peaceful and crime free state in Nigeria. don't be mislead what you read online. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by bolinjkezzy(m): 3:30pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Will love to visit someday |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Nobody: 3:30pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Op... 1 Like
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Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Perfecter4real(m): 3:33pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
goldedprince:What are you saying? Cross River state is the most peaceful and crime free state in Nigeria. Don't be mislead by all those things you read online. |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by walosky(m): 3:35pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Op, you failed to mention one thing and which is their witchcraft Their Witchcraft is second to none....I swear with my blocos 2 Likes
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Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by ChristyB(f): 3:38pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Would be nice to have a picture of the mentioned places in Obudu. For those of us who haven't visited and plans to visit. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by Nobody: 3:46pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
ObaEwuare: 1 Like |
Re: 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Obudu by robminds: 3:49pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
WaleOsu: Before Donald got into power, the ranch had been. Recall past heads of states like IBB and others use to spend vacations there. All over the world before Duke came into power tourists have been besieging the place long before the era of Duke. In fact, up till now most white people from western nations still reside there. Granted, Duke came to improve infrastructures and gave it some more noise. But he did not originate it the way some people are insinuating. 4 Likes |
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