When it comes to grandeur and luxury, Maitama District located in the Phase 1 Area of Abuja is the first place that comes to mind. The cost of living in this area is not kind to middle-class and low-income earners. Some notable places in Maitama include; Transcorp Hilton, Sheraton Hotel, Ministers’ hill, Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC), British Council, Independent National Electoral Commission, Millenium Park, INEC, Merrit House, Holy Trinity Catholic Church amongst others. Most Embassies and High Commissions are also situated in Maitama.
The Maitama District Hospital and Abuja Clinic are the popular health facilities in the area. Shopping centres in Maitama include; Maitama Shopping Complex, Habiba Plaza, 911 Mall and 212 Superstores. Popular schools in Maitama include; The Centagon International School, El’amin Secondary School, Cradle to crayon, Cradle to crayon and Napo Private School among others. Sinclair Guest House, Summerset Continental Hotel, Villa Picasso Hotels and Albasha to mention a few, are the fun spots you find in Maitama.
Maitama is one of the most expensive and exclusive areas where top government officials, as well as other influential figures in the city of Abuja, reside.
Properties in Maitama are expensive. The price of a plot of land in Maitama is at least ₦100 million and this could go as high as ₦2 billion. The variation in prices of properties in Maitama is an effect whether the plot can be used for residential or commercial purposes.
Maitama Farmers Market popularly called the Fruit and Vegetable market is one of the best places in Maitama to haggle and buy fresh food items. Unlike other markets in Abuja, they have adequate parking space and a clean environment.
One of the fun places in Maitama is the Millennium Park which is a place suited for picnics with friends and family, all sorts of parties, festive celebrations and couple’s time out. It features a pool, beautifully structured walkway, waterfall and playthings for children.
