Birnin Kebbi

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Location of Birnin Kebbi in Nigeria
Location of Birnin Kebbi in Nigeria

Birnin Kebbi is a city located in northwestern Nigeria. It is the capital city of Kebbi State and headquarters of the Gwandu Emirate. As of 2007 the city has an estimated population of 115,547.[1]

[edit] Geography

Birnin Kebbi is located on the Sokoto River and is connected by road to Argungu (45 km northeast), Jega (35 km southeast), and Bunza (45 km southwest).[2]

[edit] References

  1. ^ "The World Gazetteer". Retrieved on 2007-02-20.
  2. ^ "The Concise Britannica Encyclopedia". Retrieved on 2007-02-20.

Coordinates: 12°27′13″N, 4°12′01″E

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