Most Dangerous Places To Live In Benin City

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Benin Is the capital city of Edo State located in the south-south region of Nigeria. It is home to one of Nigeria’s most respected kings namely The Oba of Benin and other top political officials.

Edo state slogan is the “Heartbeat of the Nation”, we can all agree that Benin city is one of a kind. The city is one of the busiest cities in Nigeria with a population of over 13,000,000 people. Although Benin city is a safe place to stay, there are still a few areas you should avoid or be very careful about when passing by.

However, if you are planning to relocate to Benin city and you would like to know the most dangerous places not to stay in Benin city then you are on the right page. This article will discuss the top 5 most dangerous places to live in Benin city.

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Top 5 Most Dangerous Places To Live In Benin City

Below are some of the most dangerous places to live in Benin City;

Upper Sakponba Axis

Upper Sakponba is one of the most dangerous areas to live in Benin city due to kidnapping and cult-related activity. The district is commonly known as the “Den of Thieves” because it is populated by several dangerous cult groups and thieves.

There have been reports of several individuals having been murdered, many people having been injured, and homes being destroyed during these attacks. As well as the regular occurrence of the battle for supremacy between cult members or rival cults.

Ring Road Axis

The ring Road axis has always remained one of the busiest places in Benin city because it connects the major road. The Oba markets and Benin city central mosque is located on this axis which makes the district often crowded.

Pickpocket is still one of the most common crimes commented on in the area, especially in the market.

New Benin Axis

It is no more news that the new Benin axis is one of the most dangerous places to live in Benin City. The thugs in the area usually commit different criminal activities ranging from kidnapping to phone theft.

There have been reports of numerous robbing activities in the area and also engagement in supremacy battles between cult members or rival cults.

First To Third Junction Axis

From the First junction to the Third junction are often crowded, and crooks and hoodlums usually frequent them.

There have been reports of numerous robberies, with and without guns, making it a dangerous area in Benin city. Additionally, pickpocketing is still one of the most common crimes commented in the region against residents and foreigners.

Ikpoba Hill

The thugs in the area have taken advantage of the traffic at night to rob people. There have also been reports of pickpocketing and phone theft. However, the police have been able to apprehend some of the thugs with ammunition.

FAQs

Where is the most dangerous place in Benin?

Top 5 most dangerous places in Benin

• Upper Sakponba Axis
• Ring Road Axis
• New Benin Axis
• First To Third Junction
• Ekewan Road Axis

Is Benin City a good place to live?

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Yes, Benin city is a good place to live even though there are a few dangerous places.

Is Edo bigger than Delta?

Yes, Edo state is bigger than Delta by land area while delta has more population than Edo state.

Conclusion: Most Dangerous Places To Live In Benin City

If you are considering relocating to Benin city then you need to avoid living in the above-listed area. When there is a large population crime tends to be at increase, even though the city has numerous secure government locations, there are still some areas you need to be cautious of.

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