Where is Kano?
Kano is a city in Kano State, Nigeria. Its population is about 4.9M inhabitants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kano located?
Kano is a city in Kano State, Nigeria, located at 12.0001°N, 8.5167°E.
Which country is Kano in?
Kano is in Nigeria.
What is the population of Kano?
The population of Kano is approximately 4.9M inhabitants.
What region is Kano in?
Kano is located in the Kano State region of Nigeria.
How far is Kano from Abuja?
Kano is approximately 346 km from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria.
What time zone is Kano in?
Kano is in the Africa/Lagos time zone.
What are the coordinates of Kano?
The geographic coordinates of Kano are 12.0001°N, 8.5167°E.
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