Bille, Nigeria

Bille is a town located in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria.

Not to be confused with Balle, Nigeria.

The community is located on the coastline of Rivers State and accessible through water.

The people of Bille town are known for traditional fishing.

Recently the governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike commissioned a new jetty to aid movement of people and goods from the coastal community to the dry land area.

The community houses the Bille kingdom which is a tourist site for visitors in Rivers State. The Amanyanabo of Bille Kingdom (traditional ruler) is Igbiki-Ingeri Ngowari Herbert.

The community also houses hydrocarbon deposit and was also involved in the oil spill case involving the host community and Shell oil company and Oghale community.

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