Yobe State

Yobe State is a region in northeastern Nigeria that stretches across savannah landscapes and dry plains. The area takes its name from a river that runs through it, connecting settlements and farming zones along its course.

The region became a separate administrative division in 1991 when it was carved out from the former Borno State. This reorganization aimed to improve governance in the northern parts of the country.

The name comes from a river that flows through the region and has shaped the area for centuries. Many residents live in smaller settlements where traditional crafts and livestock herding define daily life.

Damaturu serves as the administrative center and sits centrally with roads leading to surrounding areas. The rainy season occurs mainly between June and September, while the remaining months stay dry and hot.

Potiskum hosts one of the largest livestock markets on the continent, where traders from different regions gather. The market draws buyers and sellers who often travel long distances to conduct business here.

Location: Nigeria

Inception: August 27, 1991

Capital city: Damaturu

Shares border with: Borno State, Gombe State, Bauchi State, Jigawa State, Diffa Region, Zinder Region

Website: https://yobestate.gov.ng

GPS coordinates: 12.00000,11.50000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:27