Kareto

Kareto is a town located in the Mobbar Local Government Area (LGA) of Borno State, Nigeria. It is situated at coordinates 12°16′15″N 13°05′32″E.[1]

Kareto
Town
Kareto is located in Nigeria
Kareto
Kareto
Location in Nigeria
Coordinates: 12°16′15″N 13°05′32″E
CountryNigeria
StateBorno State
Local Government AreaMobbar
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)
Postal code
602101

Geography

Kareto is situated in the northeastern region of Nigeria, within the state of Borno. The town's geographic location places it near the border with neighbouring countries.[2][3]

History

The history of Kareto is closely connected to the historical events of the Borno region. The town has played a role in the socio-political landscape of the area.

One significant aspect of Kareto's history is its proximity to Lake Chad.[4][5] The lake and its surroundings have been inhabited by various ethnic groups for centuries, and Kareto likely served as a point of interaction and trade between these groups.

During the colonial era, the region, including Kareto, was under British administration as part of Nigeria. Colonial rule and subsequent developments have influenced the town's contemporary identity.

Demographics

Kareto is home to a diverse population, representing various ethnic and cultural groups. The town's demographics reflect the broader diversity of Borno State.[6][7]

Population figures in Kareto may have varied due to factors like conflict and displacement.[8][9]

Economy

Kareto's economy is primarily based on agriculture, trade, and traditional activities. The fertile lands surrounding the town support the cultivation of crops such as millet, sorghum, maize, and vegetables. Fishing in nearby Lake Chad also contributes to the local economy.[10]

Trade has historically been significant in Kareto due to its proximity to Lake Chad and cross-border trade routes. The town's markets play a central role in the exchange of goods.

Infrastructure

Kareto, like many towns in the region, faces challenges in terms of infrastructure development. Efforts have been made to improve road connectivity, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions.[11]

Transportation within and around Kareto relies on road networks. The town is connected to nearby settlements, facilitating the movement of goods and people.[12]

References
  1. Bulakarima, Umara (1999). Mobbar: The Land and the People. Faculty of Arts, University of Maiduguri. ISBN 978-978-2838-14-8.
  2. Omenma, J. Tochukwu; Onyishi, Ike E.; Okolie, Aloysius-Michaels (2023-01-27). Ten Years of Boko Haram in Nigeria: The Dynamics and Counterinsurgency Challenges. Springer Nature. ISBN 978-3-031-22769-1.
  3. Who's who in Nigeria. Newswatch. 1990. ISBN 978-978-2704-12-2.
  4. Commission, Lake Chad Basin (1976). Lake Chad Basin Commission Cameroon, Chad, Niger, Nigeria: interim report.
  5. Agbiboa, Daniel E. (2022-02-15). Mobility, Mobilization, and Counter/Insurgency: The Routes of Terror in an African Context. University of Michigan Press. ISBN 978-0-472-03892-3.
  6. State (Nigeria), Borno (1999). Estimates of the Government of Borno State of Nigeria. Government Printer.
  7. Nigeria, Guardian (2019-06-14). "ISWAP overruns Nigerian army base, kills commander, others". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2023-09-09.
  8. Omenma, J. Tochukwu; Abada, Ifeanyichukwu M.; Omenma, Z. Onyinyechi (2023), Omenma, J. Tochukwu; Onyishi, Ike E.; Okolie, Aloysius-Michaels (eds.), "Boko Haram insurgency: a decade of dynamic evolution and struggle for a caliphate", Ten Years of Boko Haram in Nigeria: The Dynamics and Counterinsurgency Challenges, Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland, pp. 43–67, doi:10.1007/978-3-031-22769-1_3, ISBN 978-3-031-22769-1, retrieved 2023-09-09
  9. Population Projection of Borno State. Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning. 1989.
  10. State (Nigeria), Borno (2001). Approved Budget of the Government of Borno State of Nigeria. Government Printer.
  11. Nigeria (2000). Nigeria: a people united, a future assured. Vol. 2, State Surveys (Millennium ed.). Abuja, Nigeria: Federal Ministry of Information. p. 106. ISBN 9780104089.
  12. "Baga: Zulum Orders Rehabilitation of Two Hospitals, School - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2023-09-09.
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