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Bauchi State
“Pearl of Tourism”
North East Zone
Since 1976
20 LGAs
Key Information
Capital City
Bauchi
Governor
Bala Mohammed
Deputy Governor
Mohammed Auwal Jatau
Date Created
February 3, 1976
Geopolitical Zone
North East
Area
49,119 km²
Estimated Population
~6 million (est.)
Senatorial Districts
3
About Bauchi State
Bauchi is one of Nigeria's largest states by land area, spanning savannah and parts of the Jos Plateau. Yankari Game Reserve is a flagship attraction with elephants and warm springs. The state blends Hausa-Fulani culture with diverse minority groups and active agriculture and trade.
Local Government Areas (20)
Alkaleri
Bauchi
Bogoro
Damban
Darazo
Dass
Gamawa
Ganjuwa
Giade
Itas/Gadau
Jamaare
Katagum
Kirfi
Misau
Ningi
Shira
Tafawa Balewa
Toro
Warji
Zaki
Other North East States
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