Current Time in Abuja, Nigeria
Abuja currently observes West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1).
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About Abuja
Abuja is the capital of Nigeria. It is one of the largest cities in Nigeria, with about 2.7 million residents. Clocks in Abuja follow the Africa/Lagos time zone (UTC+1). It shares this time zone with Lagos and Kano. Its main airport uses the IATA code ABV.
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Abuja time zone details
Abuja does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Abuja in?
Abuja is in the Africa/Lagos time zone and observes West Africa Time (WAT). The current UTC offset is UTC+1.
What is the current time in Abuja?
It is currently 12:03 PM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria.
Does Abuja observe daylight saving time?
Abuja does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Abuja today?
Sunrise today is at 6:12 AM and sunset at 6:51 PM — 12 hours 39 minutes of daylight.
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