Jama'are
Bauchi, Nigeria
Why visit Jama'are?
Jama'are is a town in northern Bauchi State, the headquarters of Jama'are LGA and the seat of the Jama'are Emirate. It is situated on the Jama'are River, a tributary of the Hadejia River, and is an agricultural centre known for its production of groundnuts, millet, and cotton.
The climate is tropical and semi-arid, with a rainy season from June to September.
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By Plane
The nearest airport is Bauchi State International Airport (BCU), about 150 km south.
By Train
No passenger rail service.
By Car / Road
Jama'are is on the road from Azare to Potiskum. Local transport connects it to neighbouring towns.
Motorcycle taxis are available.
What are the things to do?
- Jama'are River — the main waterway flowing through the town
- Jama'are Market — a local market
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Hausa cuisine.
Where to drink?
Water and soft drinks.
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Basic guesthouses.
What should you buy?
The local market sells groundnuts, grains, and livestock.
Where to go next?
- Azare — 45 mins south
- Potiskum — 1 hr north-east
- Misau — 1 hr south-east
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More places to explore around Jama'are.
Guide content as of June 2026.
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