Azare is a city in Bauchi State, Nigeria. It was founded by Mallam Zaki, who was appointed by Shehu Usman Dan Fodio in early 1814. Azare is the headquarters of the Katagum Division in Bauchi State. It is bordered to the east by Damban Local Government Area (LGA) and Potiskum in Yobe State, to the south by Misau LGA, to the west by Jama'are LGA, and to the north by Itas/Gadau LGA of Bauchi State.