Sabzuro

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Sabzuro
Sabzuru
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Sabzuro
Coordinates: 09°28′N07°59′E / 9.467°N 7.983°E / 9.467; 7.983 [1]
CountryFlag of Nigeria.svg Nigeria
State Kaduna State
LGA Jaba
Chiefdom Ham (Jaba)
Government
 • Type Elective Monarchy
 • Kpop Ham Kpop (Dr.) Jonathan Danladi Gyet Maude (JP, OON)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (WAT)
Climate Aw

Sabzuro (Sabzuru, Sab-zuro (Hyam: Sabzuro) is an electoral ward and a significant settlement in Jaba Local Government Area, in southern Kaduna state in the Middle Belt region of Nigeria. [2] Historically, it is regarded as one of the earliest areas of settlement for the Ham (Jaba) people, the indigenous inhabitants of the region. The area is known for its agrarian economy, with ginger [3] production being a particularly prominent activity. [4]

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Location and geography

Sabzuro is situated in the southern part of Kaduna State, near the Jos Plateau region and the Nigeria's capital city, Abuja. It is an administrative subdivision of Jaba Local Government Area , which cover an area of 531 [5] square kilometers. The region features a landscape of hills and grasslands, with the local climate being generally pleasant, especially during the dry season. [6] The postal code for Sabzuro, along with other settlement in the Kwoi district of Jaba LGA, is 801109 [7] [8]

History

Sabzuro holds historical importance for the Ham (Jaba) people, the predominant ethnic group in Jaba LGA. Local history suggests that Sabzuro may have been one of the earliest sites inhabited by the Ham, predating the modern town of Kwai. The Ham people are also closely associated with the ancient Nok culture, [9] [10] which produced terracotta sculptures in the area. [11]

Economy

Livelihood

The economy of Sabzuro is primarily agrarian, with a strong focus on farming and trading.

Ginger production: Jaba LGA is one of Nigeria's highest ginger-producing areas, and ginger farming is a major economic activity in Sabzuro. Research studies have examined the socio-economic aspects of ginger production in the area, including the profitability and factors affecting its cultivation.

Cooperative society: The "Sab-Zuro Ginger Farmers Cooperative Society" is active in the area, supporting local farmers in their production and trade. [12]

Other activities: Hunting and general trading also contribute to the local economy.

Culture and demographics

Ethnic group

Language

Religion: [13] [14]

Administration

Sabzuro is one of the ten electoral wards that constitute the Jaba Local Government Area. [15] [16] The local government, headquartered in the town of Kwoi, is responsible for overseeing economic and developmental activities within the area, including Sabzuru.

See also

  1. Jaba Local Government Area
  2. Ham people
  3. Nok culture
  4. Kaduna State

References

  1. ↑ "GeoNames.org". www.geonames.org. Retrieved 2025-10-19.
  2. ↑ "Sabzuro, Jaba, Kaduna State, Nigeria". mindat.org. Retrieved October 18, 2025.
  3. ↑ "IATI Datastore Search". datastore.iatistandard.org. Retrieved 2025-10-19.
  4. ↑ "Post Offices- with map of LGA". NIPOST. Archived from the original on 2009-10-07. Retrieved 2009-10-20.
  5. ↑ "Sabzuro, Nigeria - Today's Weather Forecast | Clime". climeradar.com. Retrieved 2025-10-19.
  6. ↑ Abah, Oga S. (2003). The Geographies of Citizenship in Nigeria. Tamaza. ISBN   978-978-2104-72-4.
  7. ↑ "Sabzuro (Jaba) Street Guide and Map". nigeria-streets.openalfa.com. Retrieved 2025-10-19.
  8. ↑ "Browse Location - Nigeria Postcode". www.nigeriapostcode.com. Retrieved 2025-10-19.
  9. ↑ Foday-Khabenje, Aiah Dorkuh (2023-08-04). Byang Kato: The Life and Legacy of Africa's Pioneer Evangelical Theologian. Langham Publishing. ISBN   978-1-83973-890-6.
  10. ↑ Diji, Rahila (2008). A True Icon of Ham: A Biography of His Royal Highness Dr. Jonathan Danladi Gyet Maude, JP. OON., the Kpop-Ham. Jorage Enterprises. ISBN   978-978-085-426-3.
  11. ↑ Development, International Institute for Environment and (2004). Decentralisation and Community-based Planning. IIED. ISBN   978-1-84369-504-2.
  12. ↑ Programs, United States Congress House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related (2016). State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations for 2017: Hearings Before a Subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations, House of Representatives, One Hundred Fourteenth Congress, Second Session. U.S. Government Printing Office.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  13. ↑ Haye, Sophie De la (1986). Byang Kato: Ambassador for Christ, Biography of Dr. Byang H. Kato. Nuprint Services for Africa Christian Press. ISBN   978-9964-87-517-6.
  14. ↑ Turaki, Yusufu (1993). An Introduction to the History of SIM/ECWA in Nigeria, 1893-1993. Y. Turaki. ISBN   978-978-137-359-6.
  15. ↑ Kabeer, Naila (2005). Inclusive Citizenship: Meanings and Expressions. Zed Books. ISBN   978-1-84277-549-3.
  16. ↑ Directory on Primary Schools in Kaduna State. Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board. 2005.
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