Search results
Results from the WOW.Com Content Network
Named for the city of Birnin Kebbi—the state's capital and largest city, Kebbi state was formed from Sokoto state on 27 August 1991. [6] Of the 36 states of Nigeria, Kebbi is the tenth largest in area and 18th most populous, with an estimated population of about 4.4 million as of 2016. [7] The state is known as land of equity. [5]
Birnin Kebbi is a city located in Northwestern Nigeria [2] [3] It is the capital city of Kebbi State and headquarter of the Gwandu Emirate. As at 2007 the city had an estimated population of 125,594 people. [4] Kebbi is mostly a Hausa and Fulani state, with Islam as the major religion. [5]
Named for the city of Birnin Kebbi—the state's capital and largest city, Kebbi state was formed from Sokoto state on 27 August 1991. [6] Of the 36 states of Nigeria, Kebbi is the tenth largest in area and 18th most populous, with an estimated population of about 4.4 million as of 2016. [7] The state is known as land of equity. [5]
After the Kebbi expedition during the Sokoto jihad, Gwandu emerged as a significant and permanent base for Usman dan Fodio and his followers. Recognizing the strategic importance of the town, Muhammad Bello ordered the construction of a protective wall around the town in 1806. This defensive wall aimed to fortify the city and enhance its ...
The Kebbi State Executive Council (also known as, the Cabinet of Kebbi State) is the highest formal governmental body that plays important roles in the Government of Kebbi State [1] headed by the Governor of Kebbi State. [2]
LGA Ward Polling Unit Name Aliero: Aliero Dangaladima I: Open Space Opposite Market Barebari (Barebari); Open Space Opposite Market Filin Ango (Filin Ango); Open Space Opposite Mdg Filin Jangi (Filin Jangi); Open Space Opposite Dankatsina Road (Kaurar Dutse I); Open Space Opposite Ibr.
John! Paul! George! Ringo! In the summer of 1965, it was all about the Beatles, readying for their gig at New York’s Shea Stadium. But “TWST – Things We Said Today,” premiering at the ...
The Kebbi Emirate, also known as the Argungu Emirate is a traditional state based on the town of Argungu in Kebbi State, Nigeria. It is the successor to the ancient Hausa kingdom of Kebbi. [1] The Emirate is one of four in Kebbi State, the others being the Gwandu Emirate, Yauri Emirate and Zuru Emirate. [citation needed]