Bauchi

Category:Has custom banner Bauchi (earlier Yakoba) is a city in North East Nigeria. This article also covers the city of Kangere, 20 km to the east.

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Emir Palace Bauchi
Gate of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Permanent Site

Bauchi has an estimated population of 693,700 (2016). It's the capital city of Bauchi State. Bauchi was also the capital of the Bauchi Emirate, an independent state from 1805 to 1904 when it came under British protection. Several landmarks from the era remain in the city centre.

It is the host of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi State University, Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic and Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi. In addition, there is a college of education in nearby Kangere.

Get in

Map of Bauchi

By plane

  • 10.4967879.7484291 Bauchi State International Airport (IATA: BCU, ICAO: DNBC)Category:Has map markers (Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport), Ahmadu Bello Way (22 km (14 mi) northwest of Bauchi), ☏ +234 803 230 9854. It is named after Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, who was Prime Minister of Nigeria from 1957–1966. MaxAir and Aero Contractors have flights to Bauchi from Abuja. OSM directions (updated Dec 2021)

Get around

It's fairly easy to get around once you can communicate in Hausa or in English.

See

Palace of the Emir of Bauchi
  • Category:See listing with no coordinatesThe Palace of the Emir of BauchiCategory:Has map markers. The building was built of mud in the 19th century by Babban Gwani (Muhammadu Durugu), a 19th-century master builder. He built mosques and palaces in Kano, Katsina, Bauchi and Zaria. It was a fortress built to protect the Emir and his officials. 
  • 10.30959.84631 Babban Goni MosqueCategory:Has map markers. Built in 1837. OSM directions (updated Jan 2021)
  • 10.31859.84622 Tomb of Abubakar Tafawa BalewaCategory:Has map markers. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was the first prime minister of independent Nigeria. The tomb also functions as a small museum and the staff will happily teach you about the early history of independent Nigeria. OSM directions (updated Jan 2021)
  • 10.377559.797573 Shehu Azare ParkCategory:Has map markers, Sa'adu Zungur Rd. The Shehu Azare Park is located along the Adamu Jumba road in Bauchi. It is beautiful, serene, and well kept environment with a splash of beautiful flowers.A great spot to picnic. OSM directions (updated Jun 2021)
  • Gongola River crosses Bauchi state in Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area in the south and in Kirfi and Alkaleri Local Government Areas in the Eastern part of the state.
  • Jama’are River cuts across a number of Local Government Areas in the northern part of the state. Moreover, a substantial part of the Hadeja-Jama'are River basin lies in Bauchi state, which along with various fadama (floodplain) areas in the state provides suitable land for agricultural activities. These are further supported by the number of dams meant for irrigation and other purposes. These include the Gubi and Tilde-Fulani dams. There also lakes such as the Maladumba Lake in Misau Local Government Area that further provide the necessary conditions to support Agriculture.

Do

Bauchi state is popularly known for Yankari Game Reserve. Below is a list of places that can be explored while visiting Bauchi state:

  • Unity Park. This is the most visited leisure park in the city along Ahmadu Bello way in Bauchi. It has features like an open theatre, indoor sports hall and a shopping complex.
  • Yankari National Park and Game Reserve.
  • The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium.
  • 10.653559.660511 Sumu Wildlife ParkCategory:Has map markers (Zoo), Kafin Madaki (By Road), ☏ +234 817 266 6653. 8:00am/ 6:00pm. It's a National park that provide alots of wild Animals, you take a visit and see. Do a lot of things like picture video and others. Sumu Wildlife Park on Wikipedia Sumu Wildlife Park (Q111356426) on Wikidata OSM directions (updated Aug 2024)

Buy

  • 10.320769.811111 AHZAN Shopping and RetailCategory:Has map markers. 6AM-6PM. One of the 3 main markets in Bauchi town. OSM directions (updated Jun 2021)
  • 10.322289.826042 Muda Lawal marketCategory:Has map markers, Muda Lawan Market, Bauchi Kasuwar waya. 7:30AM-6PM. OSM directions (updated Jun 2021)
  • 10.3019.81233 MRS supermarketCategory:Has map markers, Jos Rd. Daily 8AM-6PM. In-store shopping. OSM directions (updated Jun 2021)
  • 10.32219.81234 City supermarketCategory:Has map markers, Old Musaba Jahun Rd, ☏ +234-803-250-0617. Daily 8AM-10PM. In-store shopping. OSM directions (updated Jun 2021)
  • 10.34569.82375 Arabian SupermarketCategory:Has map markers, Murtala Mohammed way. Daily 8AM-9PM. In-store shopping.In-store pick up.Delivery. OSM directions (updated Jun 2021)

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Stay safe

Bauchi is a safe city, but in any case, be careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight.

While it is rare for a tourist to be a victim of a violent crime, it is still wise to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups.

Furthermore, you should stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit.

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