Is there Boko Haram in Yobe?
Is there Boko Haram in Yobe?
PREMIUM TIMES had reported the attack by Boko Haram gunmen on Geidam, a town in Damaturu, the capital city of Yobe State. The Police Command in Yobe has confirmed 10 persons killed and several others wounded in an attack orchestrated by Boko Haram insurgents in Geidam town on Wednesday.
Which state is Damaturu in Nigeria?
Yobe state
Damaturu, town, capital of Yobe state, northeastern Nigeria. Damaturu became the capital of newly created Yobe state in 1991.
What is Yobe known for?
It is noted for agricultural production as farming, fishing and livestock rearing provides employment to over 80% of the states population. While Yobe state is an agricultural state it also has rich fishing grounds and mineral deposits of gypsum, kaolin, and quartz.
What is the population of Damaturu?
| Damaturu | |
|---|---|
| • Total | 2,366 km2 (914 sq mi) |
| Population (2006 census) | |
| • Total | 88,014 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
Is Yobe a Fulani state?
The major ethnic groups living in Yobe State are the fulani and kanuri, while other ethnic communities include Bolewa, Ngizim, Bade, Hausa, Ngamo, Shuwa, Bura, Marghi, karai-karai and Manga.
Who is the rich man in Borno State?
Mohammed Indimi
| Mohammed Indimi OFR | |
|---|---|
| Born | Mohammed Indimi August 12, 1947 Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria |
| Occupation | Businessman, philanthropist |
| Years active | 1963- |
| Spouse(s) | Fatima Mustapha Haruna |
What is the meaning of Damaturu?
Damaturu. Damaturu is a Local Government Area in Yobe State in northern Nigeria. Yobe’s headquarters are in the town of Damaturu, the state capital.
Is Yobe an Hausa state?
The dominant linguistic and cultural force until the mid 20th century was Kanuri, but in recent decades, Hausa has become the universal lingua franca for all of northern Nigeria, including Yobe State.
How many hours is Yobe from Maiduguri by road?
Driving Distance: 235.21 km , Estimated Duration: 2 hours 41 minutes if average speed speed is 87km/hr.
