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Jigawa State

Capital: Dutse

5.3M
Population
23,154 km²
Land Area
Dutse
Capital
Agriculture
Major Sector

About Jigawa State

Jigawa is one of the 36 states in Nigeria, known for agriculture. With a population of approximately 5.3M, the state plays a significant role in Nigeria's agriculture sector and continues to witness rapid development in infrastructure and education.

Latest News from Jigawa

PDP Members Endorse Mustapha Sule Lamido as 2027 Governorship Flagbearer in Jigawa

Thousands of party delegates gather in Dutse as Lamido pledges inclusive governance and vows to “rebuild Jigawa into a state tha...

24 May 2026