Maiduguri: See
1 Borno State Museum. Mon-Sat 8AM-5PM. Antiquities, contemporary art works, crafts and other historical artifacts of the people of Borno State. (updated Apr 2022)
2 Emir Palace Maiduguri. This is the palace of the Borno Emirate. This realm dates from the early 20th century, but its rulers stem from the Bornu Empire, which was founded in the 1380s. The Emir is a ceremonial ruler rather than an absolute monarch, but he is an influential figure, honoured by 4 million Kanuri. (updated Jul 2024)
3 Indimi central mosque, Maiduguri-Numan Road. Indimi Jummu'at mosque, it's very beautiful place that everyone would like to watch. (updated Aug 2024)
4 Mai Deribe Palace, Maiduguri-Old Maiduguri GRA. An oil baron's palace from the 1970s. The palace is very richly decorated, including gold in many walls, Louis XV-style furniture and features a lion's skin carpet. It welcomed Lady Diana and Juan Carlos II. Prices are informal, you can expect to pay 1500-2000NGN per person for the guards and the same for the visit. Visits should be arranged before by a local who knows the family. (updated Oct 2024)
5 Central Mosque Maiduguri. (updated May 2026)