Jere
local government area in Nigeria
Jere is a local government area in Borno State, Nigeria, with its administrative center located in Khaddamari. It spans an area of 868 square kilometers and had a population of 211,204 according to the 2006 census. It is a largely rural area that surrounds Maiduguri on three sides.
Understand
editJere is part of the Borno Emirate, which has historical roots tracing back to the Kanem-Bornu Empire. The economy of Jere is largely based on agriculture, fishing, and livestock rearing, with the Kanuri and Shuwa-Arab ethnic groups being the most prominent inhabitants of the area.
Get in
edit- 1 Muhammadu Buhari International Airport Maiduguri. The nearest major city is Maiduguri, which has an airport and bus connections.
- Local Transport From Maiduguri, take a taxi or local bus to Khaddamari, the headquarters of Jere LGA.
Get around
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Map of Jere
- Taxis or tricycles Take the taxis and tricycles distributed by the state government to improve urban transport. These are available for public use and can help navigate local areas efficiently.
- Motorcycles Motorcycle (okadas) are common for short distances, providing quick access to various locations within Jere.
- Local Buses you can get the buses from any motor parts in Maiduguri to Jere. Also you can get the buses at any part of the state in Northeast to Jere.
- Walking In rural communities, walking is a viable option to explore local neighborhoods and interact with residents.
See
edit- 1 Alau Dam. A notable location for agriculture and fishing, situated approximately 15 kilometers from Maiduguri.
- 2 Ngadda River. The Ngadda River, also known as Ngadabul, is located in Nigeria and flows into Lake Chad. Most of the residents in Jere Local Government Area are engaged in farming and fishing.
- 3 Khaddamari Mosque.