Kebbi State, State administrative region in northwestern Nigeria.
Kebbi State is an administrative region in northwestern Nigeria spanning savanna lands traversed by the Niger and Sokoto rivers. These waterways create fertile zones used for farming and livestock raising across distributed communities.
The territory originated as part of the Kebbi Kingdom before becoming an independent Nigerian administrative region in 1991 following separation from Sokoto State. This division marked a turning point in the region's governance structure.
Hausa, Fulani, and Zarma communities inhabit the region, each maintaining distinct traditions that shape daily life in towns and villages. Their craftwork, languages, and celebrations remain visible throughout local markets and neighborhoods.
A road network connects twenty-one local government areas, with Birnin Kebbi serving as the capital and main hub for travel and commerce. Visitors should expect varying road conditions, particularly during the rainy season.
Half of Lake Kainji sits within the region, formed by the Kainji Dam across the Niger River and spanning a vast surface. The reservoir sustains fishing communities and irrigation networks that support local livelihoods.
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