Pambeguwa or Pambegua is a town located in Kaduna State, Nigeria. It is situated approximately 93 kilometers (58 miles) away from the state capital, Kaduna, and about 199 kilometers (124 miles) from Nigeria's capital, Abuja.[1]
Pambeguwa
Pambegua | |
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Town | |
| Pambeguwa | |
  Pambeguwa Location in Nigeria | |
| Coordinates: 10°31′46″N 7°33′30″E / 10.5294°N 7.5582°E | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| State | Kaduna State |
| Local Government Area | Kubau |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
History
editThe history of Pambeguwa dates back to ancient times when it was inhabited by indigenous peoples.[2] Over the centuries, it has witnessed various waves of migration and cultural influences, contributing to its diverse heritage.[3]
Precolonial era
editBefore the colonial era, Pambeguwa was part of the Hausa civilization, known for its societal structures and trade networks. The town likely played a role in regional trade due to its strategic location in what is now Kaduna State.[4]
Colonial period
editDuring the British colonial rule in Nigeria, Pambeguwa, like many other regions, underwent changes in governance, infrastructure, and economy. The British influence left a lasting impact on the town's development.[5]
Post-independence
editFollowing Nigeria's independence in 1960, Pambeguwa, like the rest of the country, embarked on a path of self-governance and nation-building. The town has contributed to the cultural, economic, and social development of Kaduna State.[6]
Geography
editPambeguwa is situated at approximately 10°31′46″N 7°33′30″E / 10.5294°N 7.5582°E within Kaduna State. It is southeast of Kaduna City, the state capital, at a distance of about 93 kilometers, and south of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, at a distance of approximately 199 kilometers.[7]
Economy
editPambeguwa's economy is multifaceted, with agriculture, trade, and small-scale industries playing significant roles. The town's proximity to major cities like Kaduna and Abuja has facilitated economic activities.[8]
References
edit- ^ Jatau, E. D.; Inabo, H. I. (2008-09-23). "Antimicrobial Suseptibility [sic] Of Neisserria gonorrhoeae Isolated From Patients Attending Various Clinics In Pambeguwa, Kaduna State". African Journal of Infectious Diseases. 2 (1): 42–45. doi:10.4314/ajid.v2i1.42089. ISSN 2006-0165.
- ^ Onwuegbunam, N. E.; Onwuegbunam, D. O.; Dare, A. (2020-04-03). "Estimation and comparison of reference evapotranspiration within Kaduna Central District, Nigeria, using four different methods". Nigerian Journal of Technology. 39 (1): 306–314. doi:10.4314/njt.v39i1.34. ISSN 2467-8821. S2CID 225943953.
- ^ Prothero, R. Mansell (January 1957). "Land Use at Soba, Zaria Province, Northern Nigeria". Economic Geography. 33 (1): 72–86. doi:10.2307/142568. JSTOR 142568.
- ^ State (Nigeria), Kaduna (1978). Annual Volumes of the Laws of Kaduna State of Nigeria and Subsidiary Legislation. Government Printer.
- ^ Durch Afrika: Hauptbd (in German). Reise-Know-How-Verlag Därr. 1992. ISBN 978-3-921497-11-1.
- ^ Slaymaker, Tom; Blench, R. (2002). Rethinking Natural Resource Degradation in Sub-Saharan Africa: Country case studies. Cyber Systems. ISBN 978-9988-611-05-7.
- ^ "Pambeguwa, Nigeria - Facts and information on Pambeguwa - Nigeria.Places-in-the-world.com". nigeria.places-in-the-world.com. Retrieved 2023-09-08.
- ^ Ford, John (1971). The Role of the Trypanosomiases in African Ecology: A Study of the Tsetse Fly Problem. Clarendon Press. ISBN 978-0-19-854375-6.
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