Maru

Zamfara, Nigeria

Why visit Maru?

Maru is a town in Zamfara State and the headquarters of Maru Local Government Area, the largest LGA in the state at about 6,654 km², with a population of roughly 292,000 at the 2006 census. Gold and limestone deposits are found in the area, and farming, cattle rearing, and trade are the main local livelihoods alongside mining.

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Guide content as of June 2026.

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