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Current local time in Abuja, Nigeria
The current time in Abuja, Nigeria is 5:12:25 PM. If you are searching for time in Abuja now, Abuja time now, current time in Abuja, or wondering what time it is in Abuja right now, this page shows the live local time, UTC offset, time zone, and local date.
Current local time
May 21, 2026
Live time snapshot
Current time now in Abuja, Nigeria
- Time zone
- Africa/Lagos
- Abbreviation
- GMT+1
- UTC offset
- UTC+01:00
- Daylight saving time
- Not currently observed
Time and time zone in Abuja
The current local time in Abuja, Nigeria is 5:12:25 PM.
The Abuja time zone is Africa/Lagos.
Abuja uses UTC offset UTC+01:00 and the timezone abbreviation GMT+1.
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Quick answers about time in Abuja
The current local time in Abuja, Nigeria is 5:12:25 PM.
The Abuja time zone is Africa/Lagos.
Abuja uses UTC offset UTC+01:00 and the timezone abbreviation GMT+1.
What time is it in Abuja right now?
The current time in Abuja is 5:12:25 PM.
What time zone is Abuja in?
Abuja is in the Africa/Lagos time zone.
What is the time in Abuja, Nigeria right now?
The live local time in Abuja, Nigeria is 5:12:25 PM.
What UTC offset does Abuja use?
Abuja currently uses UTC+01:00.
Time zone details for Abuja
Time zone
Africa/Lagos
UTC offset
UTC+01:00
Abbreviation
GMT+1
Daylight saving
Not currently observed
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Practical time planning for Abuja, Nigeria
Use this section when you need more than the current clock. It shows how Abuja, Nigeria lines up with common business and travel reference points right now, using the active offset UTC+01:00.
| Reference place | Local time now | Compared with Abuja, Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
| New York | Thu 12:12 PM | Abuja, Nigeria is 5 hours ahead |
| London | Thu 5:12 PM | Abuja, Nigeria is same local time |
| Lagos | Thu 5:12 PM | Abuja, Nigeria is same local time |
| Dubai | Thu 8:12 PM | Abuja, Nigeria is 3 hours behind |
| Tokyo | Fri 1:12 AM | Abuja, Nigeria is 8 hours behind |
Best use cases
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How this page is calculated
City clocks use IANA time zone identifiers, browser internationalization data, and the current date so seasonal offset changes are reflected automatically.
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Frequently asked questions about time in Abuja
What time zone is Abuja in?
Abuja is in the Africa/Lagos time zone.
What time is it in Abuja right now?
The current local time in Abuja is 5:12:25 PM.
Which cities share the same time as Abuja?
Cities using the same time zone and UTC offset as Abuja may currently share the same local time.
What UTC offset does Abuja use?
Abuja currently uses UTC+01:00.