Springs in Nigeria map & data
There are 16 springs mapped in Nigeria, spread over 7 states. The most are in Borno (7), Sokoto (4) and Delta (1) - Borno alone holds 44% of them. 19% of them carry a name. Well-known examples include Yan Farfaru Spring.
Springs by state
| State | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Borno | 7 | 44% |
| Sokoto | 4 | 25% |
| Delta | 1 | 6.3% |
| Edo | 1 | 6.3% |
| Yobe | 1 | 6.3% |
| Niger | 1 | 6.3% |
| Kaduna | 1 | 6.3% |
Notable springs in Nigeria
- Yan Farfaru SpringSokoto · spring
What's in this layer
Every spring in the layer comes with its name, kind, elevation (peaks), the region it is in, latitude and longitude. Natural springs and hot springs.
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Frequently asked questions
How many springs are there in Nigeria?
This layer holds 16 springs in Nigeria, the most of them in Borno. The data is refreshed every 6 months; this release is from November 2026.
Can I download a list of springs in Nigeria?
Yes. Own the layer ($5 once, or every Nigeria layer with the $29 Country Pass) and export it from the studio as CSV, Shapefile, GeoJSON, KML, GPX, ArcGIS, QGIS, PNG or PDF.
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What information comes with each spring?
The name, kind, elevation (peaks), the region it is in, latitude and longitude.
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