Bakura, Nigeria

Bakura Baraden Bakura
LGA and town
Nickname:  Ima
Motto:  Bakura garin burmi
Bakura Location in Nigeria
Coordinates: 12°09′N 5°54′E
Country	Nigeria
State	Zamfara State
Government
• Local Government Chairman	Sa'idu Danbala
Area
• Total	1,366 km^2 (527 sq mi)
Population  (2006 census)
• Total	186,905
Time zone	UTC+1 (WAT)
3-digit postal code prefix	892
ISO 3166 code	NG.ZA.BA

Bakura is a Local Government Area in Zamfara State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Bakura at12°42′37″N 5°52′23″E in the north-east of the Local government area.Wind

It has an area of 1,366 km² and a population of 186,905 at the 2006 census.

The postal code of the area is 892.^[1]

Toponym

The term Bakura originates from a Hausa saying: "an yi rabon kura; ka tafi Bakura, kura ta cinyaka da rana" ("[you said] a hyena did the dividing; [well] you went to Bakura [and] the hyena took a bite of you in broad daylight"). This saying refers to the revolt of Abd al-Salam of Kware in 1817, during which he accused Usman dan Fodio of unfairly distributing territory to his family after the Sokoto revolution, comparing it to a "hyena's share."^[2]

The saying is intended to mock Abd al-Salam, as it reflects the irony of his situation. After engaging in battle with Sultan Bello's forces, Abd al-Salam fled to Bakura where he died from an arrow wound, and his dead body was devoured by hyenas, thus reinforcing the reference to Bakura ('kura' meaning hyena in Hausa).^[3]

Geography

Bakura Local Government Area spans 1366 square kilometers, experiencing distinct dry and rainy seasons. The humidity is recorded at 12 percent, with an average annual temperature estimated at 33 degrees Celsius.

Economy

Agriculture plays a vital role in Bakura Local Government Area's economy, complemented by prominent activities such as hunting, cattle rearing, and trade. Additionally, the area boasts the substantial Bakolori Dam.

Climate

With temperatures ranging from 62 °F to 103 °F, the climate has two distinct seasons: a scorching, oppressive rainy season with predominantly cloudy skies, and a scorching, partly cloudy dry season.^[4]

Temperature

The temperature trend in Bakura is rising, with warmer years denoting a more hospitable climate and colder years denoting a less hospitable climate.^[5]

Wind

This section addresses the average wind characteristics, including both speed and direction, at a height of 10 meters above the ground, covering a wide geographical area. It's important to note that local topography and other factors play a significant role in determining the wind conditions at specific locations, leading to variations in instantaneous wind speed and direction, which can be more erratic compared to the hourly averages.

In Bakura, the average hourly wind speed undergoes noticeable seasonal fluctuations throughout the year.

The windier period spans 7.7 months, starting from November 17 and lasting until July 8, featuring average wind speeds exceeding 8.2 miles per hour. January takes the title for being the windiest month in Bakura, with an average hourly wind speed of 10.9 miles per hour.

Conversely, the calmer season stretches for 4.3 months, from July 8 to November 17. September stands out as the most tranquil month in Bakura, with an average hourly wind speed of 5.4 miles per hour.^[6]

In this section, we examine the hourly average wind characteristics, including speed and direction, at an elevation of 10 meters above ground level. It's crucial to understand that the wind conditions experienced at specific locations are heavily influenced by local topography and various other factors, and the instantaneous wind speed and direction can exhibit more significant variations compared to the hourly averages.

The average hourly wind speed in Bakura displays notable seasonal fluctuations over the course of the year.

The windier period spans 7.7 months, starting from November 17 and concluding on July 8, with average wind speeds surpassing 8.2 miles per hour. January holds the distinction of being Bakura's windiest month, featuring an average hourly wind speed of 10.9 miles per hour.

Conversely, the quieter period lasts for 4.3 months, occurring between July 8 and November 17. September stands out as the most peaceful month in Bakura, boasting an average hourly wind speed of 5.4 miles per hour.^[7]

Locality

Districts,Town and Villages under Bakura Local Government Area:^[8]

• Bakura
• Dakko
• Damri
• Dan Manau
• Dankadu
• Nasarawa
• Rini
• Yar Geda
• Yar Kufoji
• Birnin Tudu

References

1. "Post Offices- with map of LGA". NIPOST. Archived from the original on 7 October 2009. Retrieved 2009-10-20.
2. Last, Murray (1967). The Sokoto Caliphate. Internet Archive. [New York] Humanities Press. p. 69.
3. Boyd, Jean (2013). The caliph's sister : Nana Asma'u, 1793-1865, teacher, poet and Islamic leader. Internet Archive. Abingdon, Oxon : Routledge. p. 32. ISBN 978-1-315-03523-9.
4. "Bakura Climate, Weather By Month, Average Temperature (Nigeria) - Weather Spark". weatherspark.com. Retrieved 2023-09-01.
5. "Climate Change Bakura". meteoblue. Retrieved 2023-10-19.
6. "Bakura Climate, Weather By Month, Average Temperature (Nigeria) - Weather Spark". weatherspark.com. Retrieved 2023-10-28.
7. "Bakura Climate, Weather By Month, Average Temperature (Nigeria) - Weather Spark". weatherspark.com. Retrieved 2023-10-28.
8. "Bakura Local Government Area". www.finelib.com. Retrieved 2023-11-20.