Jattu

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Jattu
Jattu (Nigeria  )
Jattu
Jattu
Location in Nigeria
Coordinates: 7°05′N 6°17′E / 7.083, 6.283
Country Nigeria
State Edo State

Jattu is a town in Nigeria. It is the headquarters of Uzairue Clan, arguably the largest clan in Etsakor. Jattu is bounded by Auchi, Avianwu, Okpella and South Ibie.

Jattu is a prominent town in Etsakorland; most Etsakor people reside in Jattu. Notable locations in Jattu include the palace of the Ogieneni, Central Mosque, and Jattu New Market, arguably the largest market in Afemailand.

The people of Jattu speak the Etsakor language in the Uzairue dialect. They are mainly Christians, Moslems, and traditionalists.


Coordinates: 7°05′N 6°17′E / 7.083, 6.283