Yobe state was created on the 27thof August 1991. The capital is Damaturu.
Yobe derived its name from the River Yobe which is a major geographical feature of the state.
Slogan: Pride of The Sahel
Number of Local Government Areas: The state has 17 Local Government Areas.
Boundaries: Yobe State shares borders with Borno State to the East, Gombe State to the South, Bauchi and Jigawa States to the East and Niger Republic to the North.
Natural Resources: Gypsum, Kaolin, Quartz.
Yobe state is rich in Agricultural produce such as Gum Arabic, cotton and Groundnuts. The state also has one of the largest Cattle markets in Africa
Tourist Attractions: Gooya Valley, Yusufari Oasis,
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Yunkuri Network for Advocacy is a local advocacy organisation promoting transparency, accountability, and inclusive governance. They work directly with rural communities to deepen citizen engagement with local authorities.
Governor of the State: Mai Mala Buni
Deputy Governor: Idi Barde Gubana
Political Party: All Progressive Congress (APC)