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THE DESCRIPTION OF GADAU

History of Gadau

Itas/Gadau local government covers a total area of about 1,398 square kilometers and has an average temperature of about 32 degrees centigrade. The average humidity level of the area is calculated to be 37 percent while the average wind speed in the area is 12 km/h.

Itas/Gadau local government area is in Bauchi state, northeast of Nigeria, and has its headquarters settled in the town of Itas Itesiwaju. The villages and towns that make up Itas/Gadau local government include Abbari, Walai, Gadau, and Itas Itesiwaju. The estimated population of Itas/Gadau local government was calculated and has many dwellers with the vast majority of the area’s dwellers being members of the Hausa ethnic group. The language that is commonly spoken in the area is the Hausa language while Islam is the religion that is mostly practiced in the local government area. Itas/Gadau LGA is among the prestigious Katagum Emirate while vital landmarks in the area include the Bauchi State University Gadau.

Geography of Gadau

Geography Geographic Information regarding the City of Itas/Gadau.

The Geographical coordinates of Itas/Gadau are Latitude: 11.8667, Longitude: 9.96667

Itas/Gadau Geographical coordinates: Latitude: 11.8667, Longitude: 9.96667; 11° 5…

Itas/Gadau Altitude: 369 m (1,211 ft)

Itas/Gadau Area: 139,800 hectares; 1,398.00 km² (539.77 sq mi)

Itas/Gadau Climate: Semi-arid climate (Köppen climate classification: BSh)

Economy of Gadau

Itas/Gadau is mainly an Agrarian community and has made farming an important aspect of the local government economy. Also, a number of domestic animals such as cows, rams, and horses are reared and sold in the market. Other important economic activities the people of Itas/Gadau  local government engaged include pottery,  trading, and hunting.

Bauchi Geographical Description

Bauchi State is located in the northeastern part of Nigeria. It was created in 1976 when the former North-Eastern State was divided into three separate states. The state capital is Bauchi, and other major cities in the state include Azare, Jama'are, Misau, and Ningi.

Bauchi State covers an area of approximately 49,119 square kilometers. The state shares borders with six other states in Nigeria, including Jigawa to the northwest, Kano to the north, Kaduna to the west, Plateau to the southwest, Taraba to the southeast, and Gombe to the east.

The landscape of Bauchi State is diverse, with a mix of highlands, plateaus, and plains. The state is home to the Jos Plateau, which rises to an elevation of over 1,200 meters above sea level. The Yankari Game Reserve, one of the largest wildlife parks in Nigeria, is also located in Bauchi State. The park features a wide range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, baboons, and hyenas.

Bauchi State has a tropical climate, with temperatures averaging between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The rainy season typically lasts from May to October, while the dry season runs from November to April. The state experiences occasional flooding during the rainy season, particularly in areas close to rivers and other water bodies.

Bauchi Economy

Bauchi State is known for its agricultural resources, including cotton, groundnuts, and yams, as well as its mineral resources such as limestone, clay, and gypsum. The state also has a diverse cultural heritage, with over 55 ethnic groups, including the Fulani, Hausa, Sayawa, and Tiv.

Bauchi State has a predominantly agrarian economy, with agriculture accounting for a significant portion of its GDP. The state's agricultural resources include cotton, groundnuts, yams, maize, rice, and sorghum. Bauchi State is also known for its livestock production, particularly cattle, sheep, and goats.

In addition to agriculture, Bauchi State has a growing mining sector, with significant deposits of limestone, clay, and gypsum. The state government has been working to attract investment in the mining sector and promote the development of industrial clusters around key mineral resources.

The state has also been making efforts to promote tourism, given its rich cultural heritage and natural resources such as the Yankari Game Reserve, one of the largest wildlife parks in Nigeria.

Despite these efforts, Bauchi State still faces significant challenges in terms of poverty, unemployment, and underdevelopment. The state government has been implementing a number of initiatives to address these challenges, including the Bauchi State Youth Employment and Social Support Operation and the Bauchi State Microfinance Agency, which provides loans and other financial services to small and medium-sized enterprises.

In recent years, Bauchi State has faced a number of challenges, including poverty, unemployment, and security issues related to the Boko Haram insurgency. The state government has been working to address these challenges and promote economic development through initiatives such as the Bauchi State Integrated Agricultural Development Project and the Bauchi State Microfinance Agency.