Zamfara

Zamfara State is a state in north-western Nigeria, created in 1996 from Sokoto State. Its capital, Gusau, is a growing commercial centre. The state is predominantly Hausa-Fulani and was historically part of the Zamfara Kingdom, one of the original Hausa city-states.

The state is an agricultural producer of cotton, groundnuts, millet, and maize. Zamfara gained international attention in the early 2000s for the introduction of Sharia law, making it the first Nigerian state to do so. The state has rich gold deposits, with artisanal mining being a significant activity.

The dry season (November–April) is the best time to visit.

The dry season (November–April) is best. The Zamfara Durbar (Eid) is a major event.

The nearest major airport is Sokoto Airport (SKO), about 2 hrs from Gusau. Major roads connect Gusau to Sokoto, Katsina, and Kaduna.

• Gusau — the state capital, with the Emir of Gusau's Palace and the Zamfara State Government House
• Kaura Namoda — a town in the north, a commercial centre
• Talata Mafara — a town in the west, the headquarters of Talata Mafara LGA
• Anka — a town in the south, a centre for gold mining
• Gummi — a town in the west
• Maru — a town in the south
• Bungudu — a town near Gusau
• Zurmi — a town in the north
• Shinkafi — a town in the north-west
• Tsafe — a town in the south
• Bakura — a town in the north

Hausa and Fulani cuisine.

The Gusau Durbar (Eid) is the state's major cultural event. The Emir of Gusau's Palace is a traditional landmark.

• Visit the Emir of Gusau's Palace
• Explore the gold mining areas around Anka
• Attend the Gusau Durbar