Warri
Warri, Nigeria
About
Warri is a major oil city in Delta State, Nigeria, with a population of over a million people within the Warri metropolis. The people of Warri are mainly the Urhobos, Itsekiris, and Ijaws, but other ethnic groups also live within the city. Warri is predominantly Christian, as is most of Southern Nigeria. The city is known nationwide for its unique "Pidgin English". Warri is also known as a major port city in the Nigeria and serves as the cargo transit point between the Niger River and the Atlantic Ocean. Its history dates back to the 15th century, when it was visited by Portuguese missionaries. Subsequently it served as the base for Portuguese and Dutch slave traders. Warri developed as a port city during the late 1800s, when it became a center for the palm oil trade and other major items such as rubber, palm products, cocoa, groundnuts, hides, and skins. There are investment opportunities in the tourism sector within warri and in nearby towns. Abraka is just one of those towns which is a favorite destination for domestic and international tourists. It is just 30 minutes away from Warri by car. The Abraka beach is famous for its natural flowing spring water, and has sports recreational facilities for outdoor activities like canoeing, fishing, swimming, barbecue, and picnicking. There are various places to visit while in Warri: Abraka Resort and Motel, Bembo Gardens at Abraka, Abraka Golf Course, Red Mangrove Swamp, Rainbow christian assembly, Warri City Stadium, Uvwie modern market, Word of Life Bible Church, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Udu Bridge, Idama hotel, Nigeria Ports Authority, Effurun Garden Park, Osubi Airport, Warri Main Market, Amena resort oghara.
