Hong Local Government Area
Hong belongs to Adamawa North Senatorial District and contains numerous culturally diverse communities.
Communities & Notable Areas in Hong LGA
Hong LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Hong LGA
Geography of Hong LGA
Economy of Hong LGA
Agriculture is the dominant economic activity, including maize, sorghum, millet, groundnuts, beans and livestock production. Local trading and small-scale food processing are also important.
About Hong LGA — Key Facts & Context
Hong Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Adamawa State in Nigeria. Local Government Areas are the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal and state governments. Each LGA is governed by an elected Local Government Chairman and councillors, responsible for primary education, basic healthcare, local roads, and community development.
Size and Geography
Hong LGA covers an area of approximately 2,626 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Hong.
History of Hong LGA Creation
Hong LGA was formally established in 1991 as part of Nigeria's local government reform exercises carried out by the federal military government. Nigeria's current system of 774 LGAs was built through a series of administrative reforms — most significantly the 1976 reform under General Murtala Muhammed and subsequent exercises in 1991 and 1996. For the full context, see History of State Creation in Nigeria.
Hong LGA and Adamawa State
As part of Adamawa State in the North East geopolitical zone, Hong LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Adamawa State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Hong LGA
What is Hong LGA known for?
Hong belongs to Adamawa North Senatorial District and contains numerous culturally diverse communities.
What is the headquarters of Hong LGA?
The headquarters of Hong LGA is Hong, Adamawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Hong in Adamawa State?
Hong is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Hong. The LGA covers an area of approximately 2,626 km².
What are the communities in Hong LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Hong LGA include: Hong town, Hildi, Kulinyi, Uba, Kwarhi and surrounding communities.
When was Hong LGA created?
Hong LGA was created in 1991, making it approximately 35 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Hong LGA in Adamawa State?
Hong LGA covers an area of approximately 2,626 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Adamawa State.
What is the population of Hong LGA?
The estimated population of Hong LGA is approximately 279400. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.