Overview of Kebbi State

• Location: Kebbi state is located in the northwestern region of Nigeria.

• Capital: Birnin Kebbi is the capital of Kebbi State.

• Creation: The state was created from part of Sokoto State on August 27, 1991. 

• Border: Sokoto (north), Niger State (south), Zamfara (east), and Niger Republic (west).

Key Features

Demographics:

• Major ethnic groups are Hausa, Fulani, Zarma, and others.

• Religion: Predominantly Muslim population.

Economy

• Agriculture-driven Known for rice production, fishing, and livestock rearing.

• Part of Nigeria's "rice belt," with irrigation projects like the Bakolori Dam.

• Also produces sorghum, millet, and onions.

Culture

• Famous for the Argungu Fishing Festival, a UNESCO-recognized cultural event.

• Rich traditions in music, dance, and crafts.

Geography

• The Niger and Sokoto Rivers are major drainages flowing across Kebbi State.

• Features savannah vegetation and fertile plains. 

Education

• Home to institutions like Kebbi State University of Science and Technology (Aliero) and Federal University, Birnin Kebbi.

Kebbi State Slogan: "Land of Equity."

Notable Local Government Areas in Kebbi State: Argungu, Yauri, Zuru, and Gwandu.