Zamfara State

Zamfara State extends across 39,762 square kilometers of land, ranking as the seventh largest state among Nigeria's thirty-six administrative regions.

The region transformed from being part of Sokoto State to gaining independent status in 1996 under General Sani Abacha's military administration.

The population of 5.8 million inhabitants maintains strong connections to agriculture, with over eighty percent of residents participating in farming activities.

The Federal University Gusau and Zamfara State College of Education provide higher education opportunities for students throughout the northwestern region.

The state contains substantial deposits of gold and iron ore, contributing to Nigeria's mineral resources while supporting local mining operations.

Location: Nigeria

Inception: October 1, 1996

Capital city: Gusau

Website: https://zamfara.gov.ng/

Shares border with: Katsina State, Kaduna State, Niger State, Kebbi State, Sokoto State

Website: https://zamfara.gov.ng

GPS coordinates: 12.16667,6.25000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:29