Where is Potiskum?
Potiskum is a city in Yobe State, Nigeria. Its population is about 86,002 inhabitants. It is located near Gombe (159 km) and Chakwama (155 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Potiskum located?
Potiskum is a city in Yobe State, Nigeria, located at 11.7139°N, 11.0811°E.
Which country is Potiskum in?
Potiskum is in Nigeria.
What is the population of Potiskum?
The population of Potiskum is approximately 86,002 inhabitants.
What region is Potiskum in?
Potiskum is located in the Yobe State region of Nigeria.
How far is Potiskum from Abuja?
Potiskum is approximately 491 km from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria.
What time zone is Potiskum in?
Potiskum is in the Africa/Lagos time zone.
What are the coordinates of Potiskum?
The geographic coordinates of Potiskum are 11.7139°N, 11.0811°E.
What cities are near Potiskum?
Cities near Potiskum include: Gombe, Chakwama, Gashua, Nguru.
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