Maigatari
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The principal inhabitants of the town include Hausa, Fulani and Kanuri. The town has an area of 870 km2 and a population of 179,715 at the 2006 census. It is located Script error: No such module "convert". north of Kano, and was previously part of Kano State until 1991 when Jigawa State gained statehood.
Administration
Local Government Area in the north of Jigawa State, Nigeria, bordering on the Republic of Niger. Its headquarters are in the town of Maigatari. The postal code of the area is 732.
Climate
In Maigatari, the dry season is stifling and partially cloudy whereas the wet season is oppressively hot and cloudy. The average annual temperature ranges from 60 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit, rarely falling below 55 or rising over 108.[3]
Air Pollution
Particulate matter, a dangerous air contaminant, is causing visible dust in Maigatari. This dust offers a serious health concern since it is created when the gases from industries and cars react.[4][5][6]
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