Welcome to Jigawa Online

Kano and Katsina States border Jigawa to the west, Bauchi State to the east and Yobe State to the northeast. To the north, Jigawa shares an international border with Republic of Niger, which is a unique opportunity for cross-border trading activities.

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Jigawa State - The New World.

Nestled in the northeastern part of Nigeria, Jigawa State has earned a reputation as a place of transformation, innovation, and growth. Often referred to as The New World, Jigawa is redefining what it means to be a thriving state in Nigeria by embracing development, cultural preservation, and sustainable progress.

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Dutse Gadawur A Historica jem of Jigawa State

Dutse Gadawur is one of Jigawa State's most fascinating historical landmarks, blending natural beauty with rich cultural and historical significance. Located in the Gadawur area of the state, this towering rock formation stands as a silent witness to centuries of human activity, traditional practices, and cultural evolution.

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Dutse - State capital.

Dutse, the capital and the Administrative Hub of Jigawa State, Nigeria, is the epicenter of governance and administrative activities in the state. Since its designation as the capital in 1991, Dutse has grown into a bustling urban center where traditional leadership and modern government collaborate to shape the state's future.

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Welcome to Jigawa Online

1.1 - Location

Jigawa State is one of thirty-six States that constitute Federal Republic of Nigeria. It is situated in north-western part of the country between Latitudes 11.00oN to 13.00oN and Longitudes 8.00oE to 10.15oE. Kano and Katsina States border Jigawa to the west, Bauchi State to the east and Yobe State to the northeast. To the north, Jigawa shares an international border with Republic of Niger, which is a unique opportunity for cross-border trading activities. Government readily took advantage of this by initiating and establishing a Free-Trade Zone at the Border town of Maigatari.