Gombe State, Administrative region in northeastern Nigeria
Gombe is a state in northeastern Nigeria that covers highland terrain and flat plains between savanna and dry zones. The landscape shifts from wooded hills in the south to open ground with scattered acacia trees.
The emirate of Gombe emerged in the early 19th century during Fulani expansion and grew into a distinct territory under local leadership. British administration moved the seat several times until it settled at the present capital in the 1920s.
The population includes Fulani, Tangale, Waja, Bolawa, Tera, Jukun, Jara, Pero, Tula, and other ethnic groups speaking different languages across the state.
Access happens through several overland roads that lead into the region from neighboring states and connect the capital to smaller towns. Travelers can use airports in surrounding major cities, from which road links continue onward.
The Gongola valley in the southeast runs through a large reservoir that irrigates farmland during the dry season. Farmers grow rice, corn and vegetables there, sold at local markets.
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