Bauchi

Bauchi is the capital of Bauchi State in Nigeria. It is located at , with a population of 316,173 (2004). It was founded by Yaqub ibn Dadi, the only non-Fulani flag-bearer of the Sokoto Empire. The name was derived from a hunter called Baushe, who advised Yaqub to build his city west of the Warinje mountain. In return Yaqub promised to name his city after the hunter.

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Tafawa Balewa is buried in the city, while the Yankari National Park lies nearby. The city lies on the Port Harcourt ? Maiduguri railway line.

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Bauchi State: Bauchi State is a state in northern Nigeria. Its capital is Bauchi....

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