Bajoga

Bajoga is a town and headquarters of Funakaye,^[1] a local government area located in the northern part of Gombe State, Nigeria.^[2][3] Bajoga is 9 km south of the Ashaka cement factory.

Bajoga's economy is significantly boosted by its close proximity to the Ashaka Cement Plant, situated just 9 kilometers north of the town. As a major local employer and infrastructure driver, the plant has a profound impact on the town's economic well-being.

mus'ab Islamic Secondary School Bajoga is of the early private secondary school to have been established in Bajoga.

Schools

• Mus'ab bn Umair comprehensive Day secondary school Bajoga.
• Government Day Secondary School Bajoga.^[4]
• Gombe State Polytechnic Bajoga.^[5]
• JIBWIS Islamic Secondary School Bajoga.^[6]
• Girl Child Initiative School.^[7]
• Gandu Primary School Bajoga.^{[citation needed]}
• Government Vocational Training Center Bajoga.^{[citation needed]}
• Al'majiri School.^[8]
• Sangaru Primary School, Bajoga.^{[citation needed]}
• Government Junior Secondary school Sangaru, Bajoga.^{[citation needed]}
• Federal Government Girls College.^[9]

Government Day Secondary School Bajoga South.^{[citation needed]}

Air Pollution

Bajoga experiences air pollution from small particles, such as dust, which can inhale into the deepest portions of the lung and cause serious health problems.^[10][11]

History

Bajoga is home to a historic site known as Bormi, which holds significant importance in the history of the Sokoto Caliphate in Northern Nigeria. During the colonial era, the last caliph Sultan Muhammad Attahiru l , fleeing defeat against the British, attempted to escape to Sudan. However, he was ambushed and killed by British forces near Bajoga. Interestingly, the British commander who led the ambush also died in the battle, and his grave remains in a nearby village, serving as a testament to this pivotal moment in Nigerian history.

• Ancient Settlement*: Bajoga has been an important settlement for centuries, with a rich cultural heritage.

• Sokoto Caliphate*: Bajoga was a key location during the Sokoto Caliphate, a powerful Islamic state that existed in the 19th century.

• Colonial Era*: The town played a significant role during the colonial era, with the British establishing a railway station that can be seen even today.

Culture

1. *Fulani Heritage*: Bajoga is predominantly inhabited by the Fulani people, who are known for their rich cultural traditions and nomadic lifestyle.

2. *Islamic Influence*: Islam has a significant influence on the culture and daily life of the people in Bajoga.

3. *Traditional Festivals*: The town celebrates various traditional festivals, including the Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Kabir

See also

• Railway stations in Nigeria