# Jama′are

Jama’are (Jamaari) is a town and traditional emirate in Bauchi State, North East Nigeria. The town is situated along the Jamaari River, which is a tributary of the Katagum, and at the intersection of roads leading from Wudil, Azare, and Faggo. Jama’are is also one of the local government areas in Bauchi State.

## Understand

Jama′are has an estimated population of 165,100 and occupies an area of 341.6 km². Most of the inhabitants of Jama′are are members of the Fulani, Shirawa, Kanuri, or Hausa peoples but Fulani is the most prominent tribe and that migrated from Dulare in the Lake Chad basin in the Republic of Chad and it's made up of a number of towns and villages which include Dogon, Jeji, Hanafari, Galdimari and Jurara. The commonly spoken languages in the area are Hausa and the Fufulde languages

## Get in
### By plane

Visitors that intend to come into Jama′are by air have to make use of the airport in the state which is Bauchi State Airport.
* 10.4937499.7470551 Bauchi State International Airport (Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport BCU ), Ahmadu Bello Way, Bauchi (190 km south of Jama′are), ☏ +234 803 230 9854. It is named after Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, who was Prime Minister of Nigeria from 1957–1966. (updated Jun 2021)

### By bus
## Get around

It's fairly easy to get around once you can communicate in Hausa or in English language. The main form of transportation in the Jama’are are buses, taxi and Okada (motorcycles).

## See

* 11.679.93941 Jama'are River. This river also known as the Bunga River in its upper reaches starts in the highlands near Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. It flows northeast through Bauchi State and Yobe State before joining the Hadejia River to form the Yobe River. In 2008, the governor of Bauchi State awarded a contract to restart a project to build the Kafin Zaki Dam on this river. There are concerns over the effect of seasonal flooding and the water table. (updated Dec 2021)

## Eat

* Gayya Restaurant and catering services, Azare -Potiskum Rd, Azare 751101, Bauchi. (updated Jul 2024)

## Sleep

11.67159.93271 Gandu Guest House, South of Azare-Dutse Road, west of Jamaare Itas Mamajo Road, ☏ +234 901 120 3238. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 10AM. The Gandu Guest House has such facilities like a restaurant, bar, free parking space, air-conditioned rooms, security among others. (updated Dec 2021)

## Stay safe

Jama'are is very safe and conducive for visitors. However, visitors need to be very careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight places.
It is very rare for tourists and visitors to be a victim of a violent crime but it is still wise and advisable to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Endevour to stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups as against going out alone.
There are police officers who are corrupt and inefficient so it is best that you stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit. Also try to move around with any valid means of identification in case of any eventuality.

## Connect

* Mobile Network MTN, Glo, Airtel, and 9Mobile have coverage in Jama'are. Buy a local SIM card or roam with your existing one.
* Internet Services 2G and 3G networks are available. Find Wi-Fi hotspots in hotels, cafes, or public spaces.
* Community Centers Visit local centers for gatherings, events, and meetings.
* Markets Explore Jama'are Market for local goods, produce, and socializing.
* Mosques and Churches Attend local places of worship for spiritual connection.
* Language Learn Hausa, the local language, to connect with residents.
* Respect Local Customs Dress modestly, remove shoes when entering homes, and use right hands for eating and greetings.

## Go next

You can go to some other places from Jama'are
* Wudil
* Azare
* Faggo
* Dogon
* Jeji
* Bauchi
* Hanafari
* Galdimari
* Jurara