Lamurde Local Government Area
Lamurde is part of Adamawa South Senatorial District and is closely associated with the Benue River valley.
Communities & Notable Areas in Lamurde LGA
Lamurde LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Lamurde LGA
Geography of Lamurde LGA
Economy of Lamurde LGA
Agriculture, fishing, livestock production and trading are major economic activities. Rice, maize, sorghum, millet, groundnuts, cassava and vegetables are cultivated in the fertile riverine areas.
About Lamurde LGA — Key Facts & Context
Lamurde 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
Lamurde LGA covers an area of approximately 1,171 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Lamurde.
History of Lamurde LGA Creation
Lamurde 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.
Lamurde LGA and Adamawa State
As part of Adamawa State in the North East geopolitical zone, Lamurde 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 — Lamurde LGA
What is Lamurde LGA known for?
Lamurde is part of Adamawa South Senatorial District and is closely associated with the Benue River valley.
What is the headquarters of Lamurde LGA?
The headquarters of Lamurde LGA is Lamurde, Adamawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Lamurde in Adamawa State?
Lamurde is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Lamurde. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,171 km².
What are the communities in Lamurde LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Lamurde LGA include: Lamurde town, Gyawana, Lafiya, Mbula-Bwazza communities and Benue River settlements.
When was Lamurde LGA created?
Lamurde 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 Lamurde LGA in Adamawa State?
Lamurde LGA covers an area of approximately 1,171 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Adamawa State.
What is the population of Lamurde LGA?
The estimated population of Lamurde LGA is approximately 183800. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.