Jalingo

Capital city of Taraba State, Nigeria

LGA and city in Taraba State, Nigeria

Jalingo

LGA and city

Jalingo

Jalingo

Coordinates: 8°54′N 11°22′E﻿ / ﻿8.900°N 11.367°E﻿ / 8.900; 11.367
Country|  Nigeria
State| Taraba State
Local Government Headquarters| Jalingo
Government

• Local Government Chairman and the Head of the Local Government Council| Alh. Aminu Hassan Jauro
Time zone| UTC+01:00 (WAT)
Climate| Aw

8°54′N 11°22′E﻿ / ﻿8.900°N 11.367°E﻿ / 8.900; 11.367 Jalingo is the capital city of Taraba State in north-eastern Nigeria, named in fulfulde (the word Jalingo means "superior place") and has been estimated with population of 418,000 as of 2018, The city has received the highest number of immigrants mainly from, Kano, Borno, Gombe and the neighboring Cameroon. As of November, 2022 the city is estimated to have around 581,000 people. There are 10 Wards in JALINGO local government area namely: ABBARE YELWA, BARADE, KACHALLA SEMBE, KONA, MAJIDADI, MAYO GOI, SARKIN DAWAKI, SINTALI, TURAKI ‘A’, TURAKI ‘B’

## Ethnic groups

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Traditioanal Dancer From Taraba State

The city is dominated (60%) and ruled by Fulani who settled during Fulani Jihad of Usman Dan Fodio. Mumuye, Kuteb and Kona are large minority 25%, 15% and 10% respectively. Wurkum, Hausa, Jukun, Jonjo are found in significant numbers.[1]

Fulfulde, Mumuye, Hausa, and many other local languages are spoken in Jalingo.[2] Jalingo is the seat of the Muri Emirate and a town founded during the Muslim Jihad era.

## Caretaker chairman

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Each local government in Nigeria is governed by caretaker chairmen. They are the one that run the affairs of the state.

The elected Chairman of Jalingo during the last election in 2020[3] was Hon. Abdulnaseer Bobboji of People Democratic Party (PDP).[4] He had been the Caretaker Chairman until when his tenure ended on Sunday, 3 July 2022.[5][6] Following that, the Taraba State Governor, Arch. Darius Dickson Ishaku appointed the former Taraba Primary Health Care Development Agency Executive Secretary, Alh. Aminu Jauro as the caretaker Chairman of Jalingo.[7][5]

## Markets

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Jalingo Main market Taraba State

Jalingo as the capital city of Taraba State has many markets, but the major recognized markets are:

* Jalingo Main Market[8]
* Kasuwan Yelwa (Yelwa Market)[9]

## Climate

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The wet season in Jalingo is oppressive and cloudy, the dry season is partly cloudy, and it's hot all year round. The average annual temperature ranges from 61 to 99 degrees Fahrenheit, with lows and highs of 56 and 105 degrees respectively.[10][11][12] With a usual increase in rainfall on the crest and to the windward and a rain shadow on the leeward side, Jalingo's climate exhibits a straightforward pattern of east-west climatic zones that has been modified by the influence of some highlands.

Climate data for Jalingo (1991–2020)

Month  | Jan  | Feb  | Mar  | Apr  | May  | Jun  | Jul  | Aug  | Sep  | Oct  | Nov  | Dec  | Year
Record high °C (°F)  | 40
(104)  | 42
(108)  | 42.5
(108.5)  | 42.3
(108.1)  | 40.5
(104.9)  | 38
(100)  | 35.2
(95.4)  | 39.6
(103.3)  | 34.2
(93.6)  | 38.4
(101.1)  | 39
(102)  | 38.5
(101.3)  | 42.5
(108.5)
Mean daily maximum °C (°F)  | 34.8
(94.6)  | 37.2
(99.0)  | 38.5
(101.3)  | 36.7
(98.1)  | 34.0
(93.2)  | 31.7
(89.1)  | 30.6
(87.1)  | 30.3
(86.5)  | 30.7
(87.3)  | 31.9
(89.4)  | 34.2
(93.6)  | 34.8
(94.6)  | 33.8
(92.8)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F)  | 19.1
(66.4)  | 22.4
(72.3)  | 25.3
(77.5)  | 25.5
(77.9)  | 24.0
(75.2)  | 22.9
(73.2)  | 22.8
(73.0)  | 22.7
(72.9)  | 22.4
(72.3)  | 22.5
(72.5)  | 20.5
(68.9)  | 18.2
(64.8)  | 22.4
(72.3)
Record low °C (°F)  | 13
(55)  | 13.7
(56.7)  | 16.7
(62.1)  | 17.3
(63.1)  | 15
(59)  | 15.5
(59.9)  | 15.5
(59.9)  | 16
(61)  | 14
(57)  | 14.2
(57.6)  | 13.1
(55.6)  | 12.5
(54.5)  | 12.5
(54.5)
Average precipitation mm (inches)  | 1.0
(0.04)  | 1.1
(0.04)  | 13.5
(0.53)  | 69.7
(2.74)  | 147.4
(5.80)  | 169.1
(6.66)  | 199.3
(7.85)  | 210.7
(8.30)  | 241.8
(9.52)  | 115.5
(4.55)  | 7.6
(0.30)  | 1.9
(0.07)  | 1,178.6
(46.40)
Average precipitation days (≥ 1.0 mm) | 0.1  | 0.1  | 1.1  | 4.8  | 7.8  | 9.7  | 10.2  | 11.3  | 13.2  | 7.4  | 0.8  | 0.1  | 66.5
Average relative humidity (%)  | 31.8  | 29.7  | 40.0  | 61.1  | 75.3  | 81.2  | 85.0  | 87.2  | 85.7  | 80.3  | 57.6  | 40.5  | 62.9
Source: NOAA[13]

With an average daily high temperature of 96 °F, the hot season lasts for 2.3 months, from February 4 to April 15. With an average high of 99 °F and low of 74 °F, March is the hottest month of the year in Jalingo.[10][14]

With an average daily high temperature below 86 °F, the cool season lasts for 3.4 months, from June 25 to October 6. In Jalingo, December is the coldest month of the year, with an average low of 63 °F and high of 91 °F.[10][14]

### Cloud cover

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The average proportion of sky covered by clouds in Jalingo varies significantly seasonally throughout the year.[10]

Around October 30 marks the start of Jalingo's clearer season, which lasts for 4.2 months and ends around March 6.[10]

In Jalingo, January is the clearest month of the year, with the sky remaining clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy 51% of the time on average.[10]

Beginning about March 6 and lasting for 7.8 months, the cloudier season of the year ends around October 30.[10]

May is the cloudiest month of the year in Jalingo, with the sky being overcast or mostly cloudy 82% of the time on average.[10]

### Effect of climate change in Jalingo

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Africa, particularly Nigeria, is highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change due to its geographical characteristics, including its arid northern border and coastal southern region. The region's heavy reliance on rain-fed agriculture, coupled with prevalent poverty and limited response capabilities, magnify its susceptibility. This situation, combined with insufficient adaptation measures and financial constraints among individuals, results in significant threats to both the social and economic well-being of Africa's population. Adverse consequences stemming from climate change, such as heightened temperatures, diminished water resources, loss of biodiversity, and increased disease transmission, significantly impact livelihoods. The lack of awareness, especially among less educated communities, contributes to behaviors that exacerbate the issue. Mobilizing the sizable student population in Nigerian tertiary institutions for climate change awareness can serve as a pivotal solution, bolstering adaptive capacity and sustainable livelihood strategies for the region. .[15]

### Air pollution

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Jalingo has a serious health risk from airborne particles, especially dust, which can infiltrate into the deepest portions of the lung and result in asthma episodes, bronchitis, and other lung conditions.[16][17][18][19]

## See also

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* Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo
* Taraba State University

## References

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1. ^ "The World Gazeteer". Archived from the original on 9 February 2013. Retrieved 6 April 2007.
2. ^ Shimizu, Kiyoshi (1979). A Comparative Study of the Mumuye Dialects (Nigeria). Marburger Studien zur Afrika- und Asienkunde. Vol. A-14. Berlin: Verlag von Dietrich Reimer. pp. 13–19.
3. ^ Royal, David O. (9 June 2020). "Taraba holds LG election June 30". Vanguard News. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
4. ^ Report, Agency (27 February 2017). "PDP sweeps elections in Taraba, Gombe, Rivers". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
5. ^ a b admin (3 July 2022). "PRESS RELEASE: Gov. Ishaku Approves the Dissolution of Local Government Councils". TARABA STATE GOVERNMENT. Archived from the original on 31 December 2022. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
6. ^ admin (1 July 2022). "PRESS RELEASE: LGA Chairmen, Councillors Tenures Ends in Few Days". TARABA STATE GOVERNMENT. Archived from the original on 31 December 2022. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
7. ^ NNN (6 September 2022). "Ex-Taraba primary healthcare secretary assumes office as LG chairman". NNN. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
8. ^ "Fuel scarcity, high food prices, others may mar Yuletide in Taraba". The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News. 23 December 2022. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
9. ^ says, Babalola James Olatunde (19 August 2022). "Mu'azu Jaji Sambo, an Unassuming Achiever". Retrieved 31 December 2022.
10. ^ a b c d e f g h "Jalingo Climate, Weather By Month, Average Temperature (Nigeria) - Weather Spark". weatherspark.com. Retrieved 9 July 2023.
11. ^ "Jalingo Annual Weather Averages". WorldWeatherOnline.com. Retrieved 9 July 2023.
12. ^ Atlas, Weather. "Jalingo, Nigeria - Yearly & Monthly weather forecast". Weather Atlas. Retrieved 9 July 2023.
13. ^ "World Meteorological Organization Climate Normals for 1991-2020 — Jalingo". National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
14. ^ a b "Jalingo, Taraba, Nigeria 14 day weather forecast". www.timeanddate.com. Retrieved 9 July 2023.
15. ^ Orunonye, E. D. (4 September 2011). "Assessment of the level of awareness of the effects of climate change among students of tertiary institutions in Jalingo Metropolis, Taraba State Nigeria". Journal of geography and regional planning. 4 (9): 513–517\. ISSN 2070-1845.
16. ^ "Air Quality & Pollen Forecast for Jalingo". meteoblue. Retrieved 24 September 2023.
17. ^ "Jalingo Air Quality Index (AQI) and Nigeria Air Pollution | IQAir". www.iqair.com. 24 September 2023. Retrieved 24 September 2023.
18. ^ "Jalingo, Nigeria Air Quality & Pollen | Weather Underground". www.wunderground.com. Retrieved 24 September 2023.
19. ^ "Air Quality and Pollen in Jalingo, Taraba State, Nigeria | Tomorrow.io". Tomorrow.io Weather. Retrieved 24 September 2023.

## External links

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Wikivoyage has a travel guide for Jalingo.

* https://www.mafindi.africa/words/define/term/Jaalingo/word_id/339 meaning of the word Jalingo in fulfulde
* Muri EMirate history in Jalingo

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