Madagali Local Government Area
Madagali is located in the northeastern part of Adamawa and is part of Adamawa North Senatorial District.
Communities & Notable Areas in Madagali LGA
Madagali LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Madagali LGA
Geography of Madagali LGA
Economy of Madagali LGA
Agriculture, livestock rearing, local trade and small-scale processing are important. Farmers produce maize, millet, sorghum, beans, groundnuts and other crops, while livestock provides an additional source of income.
Landmarks & Attractions in Madagali LGA
Mandara Mountain Landscapes
The Mandara mountain landscapes along northeastern Adamawa provide spectacular rocky scenery and support distinctive cultural communities and agricultural systems.
Notable People from Madagali LGA
Governor of Adamawa State and former Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly.
1967About Madagali LGA — Key Facts & Context
Madagali 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
Madagali LGA covers an area of approximately 821 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Madagali.
History of Madagali LGA Creation
Madagali 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.
Madagali LGA and Adamawa State
As part of Adamawa State in the North East geopolitical zone, Madagali 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 — Madagali LGA
What is Madagali LGA known for?
Madagali is located in the northeastern part of Adamawa and is part of Adamawa North Senatorial District.
What is the headquarters of Madagali LGA?
The headquarters of Madagali LGA is Madagali, Adamawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Madagali in Adamawa State?
Madagali is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Madagali. The LGA covers an area of approximately 821 km².
What are the communities in Madagali LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Madagali LGA include: Madagali town, Gulak, Shuwa, Duhu and communities near the Mandara Mountains.
When was Madagali LGA created?
Madagali 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 Madagali LGA in Adamawa State?
Madagali LGA covers an area of approximately 821 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Adamawa State.
What is the population of Madagali LGA?
The estimated population of Madagali LGA is approximately 222500. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.