Jigawa is a state located in the Northern region of Nigeria. The state capital and largest city is Dutse. Residents of Jigawa State are predominantly of Hausa or Fulani background and most of them religion is Islam. In this state, Sharia law is practiced. The Jigawa State economy remains largely dependent on agriculture which is as a result of the state’s semi-arid climate, outward migration by workers to neighboring states.
