Lokoja's Confluence: River Life and the Iron of Liberty

Chidi explores Lokoja's river port, visits the Iron of Liberty and the National Museum, and reflects on the town's colonial past and present-day rhythms. He also shares practical tips on the new e-Visa system and local costs, from okpa to rent. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Nigeria: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Nigeria guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 31 of Nigeria Travel Podcast with Chidi Okafor. Chidi Okafor is in Lokoja, Nigeria. Places in this episode: Ganaja motor park, Kpata Fish Market, Mount Patti, Lugard's Rest House, National Museum of Colonial History, World War 1 Cenotaph, Iron of Liberty, Kabawa district. Covered: Lokoja river port and confluence, Colonial history and landmarks, Local food and costs, Practical travel logistics (e-Visa, SIM), Lokoja districts and neighborhoods, Flood-prone areas and wet season. Chapters:00:00 Ganaja motor park00:52 Mount Patti02:08 Kpata Fish Market03:00 National Museum of Colonial History03:59 Helen's Place Restaurant Lokoja05:19 Hilltop06:45 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Lokoja #KogiState #NigerRiver #BenueRiver #Confluence #NigeriaTravel #TravelNigeria #LokojaHistory #ColonialNigeria #IronOfLiberty #NationalMuseumLokoja #MountPatti #Okpa #LokojaFood #RiverPort #ExploreLokoja #NigeriaAirwaves https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/nigeria/