Borgu Emirate
The Borgu Emirate is a Nigerian traditional state with its capital in New Bussa, Niger State, Nigeria. The Emirate was formed in 1954 when the Bussa and Kaiama emirates were merged. These emirates, with Illa, were formerly part of the Borgu state, which was partitioned between the French colony of Benin and the British protectorate of Nigeria in 1898.
Borgu Emirate | |
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Traditional state | |
Borgu Emirate Location in Nigeria | |
| Coordinates: 9°53′N 4°31′E | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| State | Niger State |
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