Which spectacular waterfall in Nasarawa State drops from a granite escarpment and is considered among the highest water cascades in West Africa?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Farin Ruwa Falls
- Step 1: Farin Ruwa Falls is located on the Jos Plateau escarpment in Wamba local government area of Nasarawa State. Step 2. It drops approximately 150 meters in sheer white torrents, giving it the Hausa name 'Farin Ruwa' (white water). Answer: Farin Ruwa Falls. Why not the others: Gurara Falls is located in Niger State; Erin-Ijesha is in Osun State; Assop Falls is on the Jos Plateau in Plateau State.
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