Plateau State in Nigeria (West Africa) derives its name from the geographical description of the landscape that dominates this part of Nigeria, which is often referred to as the Jos Plateau. The Jos Plateau is the higher of the two plateaus found in Nigeria; the other is the Mambilla Plateau. While most of the PLATEAU is made up of slightly undulating highlands with an average height of 3,500 meters above sea level, there are areas such as Cerros Share with peaks that exceed 5,000 meters above sea level.

Jos, the capital of Plateau State, is located at approximately latitude 9.6 degrees north and latitude 8.5 degrees east. The city is located near the geographic center of Nigeria. For variety and scenic beauty, Jos is not the same.

Plateau State is a miniature Nigeria. As well as being home to an area of ​​fascinating contrast of scenic beauty encompassing a somewhat cool temperate climate, it has a rich mix of different but friendly people, mostly Christians. This is one of the few states in the country where there is no particular ethnic group that enjoys a monopoly of any kind. Instead, one finds here a multiplicity of small ethnic groups who see and appreciate the need for mutual cooperation for the survival and progress of the entire state.

Climate

In general terms, the climate of the state is more temperate than that of the rest of the country. It is invigorating and the closest equivalent to a temperate climate in this tropical area. This is why we have in and around Jos the largest concentration of expatriates residing in the former British West Africa. In fact, in colonial times, Jos was considered a haven where colonial officials came to spend their local vacations and enjoy the salubrious surroundings.

Temperatures in the Plateau are several degrees cooler than the rest of the county. The average temperature recorded is 81.7 F (27.6 C) maximum and 51.7 F (10.9 C) minimum. There are no extreme dual temperatures or much of a difference between the rainy and dry seasons.

In the rainy season, there are intermittent showers and sometimes endless drizzles. An interesting aspect of the weather in Jos is that it may be raining in one part of the city, while other parts may remain dry and sunny. Also, drainage is generally very good.

For its climate, and fascinating topography. Jos has become a magnetic vacation spot, especially for European tourists.

Markets and places of interest in Jos-Plateau; Vegetable and Building Materials Market, Faringada Tomato Market, Langtang Street, Mangu Market, Rukuba Road Market, Jengre Market, etc. Jos-Plateau in Nigeria is also the place to find the following in abundance and at good wholesale and retail prices. Basic products like; vegetables (including Irish potatoes, cucumber, cabbage, tomatoes, green bell pepper, green peas, watermelon, water, onions, carrots), fruits (including oranges, bananas, mangoes, pineapples, strawberries, grapes), (including beef, veal, goat , Sheep, Goat, Chicken Eggs, Broiler) and gemstones (including topaz, ruby, blue tourmaline, pink tourmaline, aquamarine, quartz, sapphire) and many more.

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