Yobe State

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Yobe State

Name

Yobe State

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Region / Subdivision

Summary

Yobe State is located in northeastern Nigeria and was created on August 27, 1991, from the former Borno State. Its capital is Damaturu, while Potiskum is the largest city by population. The state shares borders with Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Jigawa, and Niger.

Statistics

Area

45,502.00 km²

Population

3,294,137

Location