North East (Nigeria)
North East | |
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Country | Nigeria |
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Largest city | Maiduguri |
Major cities | |
UTC+1 (WAT ) | |
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The North East (often hyphenated to the North-East) is the one of the six
Yobe
.
Geographically, the North East is the largest geopolitical zone in the nation, covering nearly one-third of Nigeria's total area. In terms of the environment, the zone is primarily divided between the
.The region has a population of about 26 million people, around 12% of the total population of the country.
Bama
.
It is known for its livestock and the growth of crops which contribute greatly to the economy of the country. The region is not as densely populated as compared to the southern region of the country.
References
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