Abuja is the capital city of Nigeria, located in the center of the country. It was founded in 1976 and officially became the capital of Nigeria in 1991. The city was designed by a group of international architects and planners, and was built on a greenfield site. The city was designed to be a modern, planned city, with wide boulevards, large public spaces, and a variety of public amenities. The city is home to a number of government buildings, including the National Assembly, the Supreme Court, and the Presidential Villa. Abuja is also home to a number of cultural attractions, including the National Mosque, the National Museum, and the Millennium Park. The city is also home to a number of universities, including the University of Abuja and the National Open University of Nigeria.