Nikki, Benin

Nikki is a town, arrondissement, and commune located in the Borgou Department of Benin. The commune covers an area of 3171 square kilometres and as of 2002 had a population of 99,251 people.It was the site of the "race to Nikki" in 1894.Nikki is a major centre of the Bariba people and is home to a traditional king, resident in the centre of the town. The Fête de la Gani royal festival is held in the town annually.