Basa. As of 2007, the Hausa, Edo, Igbo, Yoruba, and Fulani are the dominant ethnic groups in Zungeru. Christianity and Islam are the main religions. Geography and climate Zungeru is surrounded by mountains, giving it a lower elevation than the surrounding topography Mountains are located nearby. In addition to the Kaduna, the smaller Nnamaye and Tosheta Rivers flow near the town. The area surrounding the Zungeru is a mixed wooded savanna; species of plants growing in the area include Afzelia africana, Isoberlinia species, and Burkea africana. The town and surrounding country is one of the hottest and most humid parts of Nigeria. Transport Zungeru is served by a station on the national railway system. Notable people from Zungeru Notable individuals from Zungeru include: Nnamdi Azikiwe, first President of Nigeria Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, leader of secessionist state Biafra David Mark, President of the Senate See also Railway stations in Nigeria References External links Niger State Polytechnic Zungeru Website SchoolGist24 Page Further reading Populated places in Niger State