Nikki, Benin
Nikki is a town, arrondissement, and commune located in the Borgou Department of Benin. The commune covers an area of 3171 square kilometres and as of 2002 had a population of 99,251 people.[2][3]
Nikki | |
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  Nikki Location in Benin | |
| Coordinates: 9°56′0″N 3°12′30″E | |
| Country |  Benin |
| Department | Borgou Department |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3,171 km2 (1,224 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 423 m (1,388 ft) |
| Population (2012)[1] | |
| • Total | 69,970 |
| • Density | 22/km2 (57/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
It was the site of the "race to Nikki" in 1894.[4]
Nikki is a major centre of the Bariba people and is home to a traditional king, resident in the centre of the town.[5] The Fête de la Gani royal festival is held in the town annually.[5]
Notable people
Benin minister Aurélie Adam Soule was born here in 1984.
References
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- "Nikki". Atlas Monographique des Communes du Benin. Retrieved January 5, 2010.
- "Communes of Benin". Statoids. Retrieved January 5, 2010.
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