Michika Local Government Area
Michika is one of the major LGAs of Adamawa North Senatorial District and is located close to the Cameroon border.
Communities & Notable Areas in Michika LGA
Michika LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Michika LGA
Geography of Michika LGA
Economy of Michika LGA
Agriculture is the main livelihood, with maize, sorghum, millet, beans, groundnuts, cassava and vegetables produced locally. Livestock, trade and small-scale processing are also important.
About Michika LGA — Key Facts & Context
Michika 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
Michika LGA covers an area of approximately 967 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Michika.
History of Michika LGA Creation
Michika 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.
Michika LGA and Adamawa State
As part of Adamawa State in the North East geopolitical zone, Michika 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 — Michika LGA
What is Michika LGA known for?
Michika is one of the major LGAs of Adamawa North Senatorial District and is located close to the Cameroon border.
What is the headquarters of Michika LGA?
The headquarters of Michika LGA is Michika, Adamawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Michika in Adamawa State?
Michika is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Michika. The LGA covers an area of approximately 967 km².
What are the communities in Michika LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Michika LGA include: Michika town, Bazza, Chibok, Futu, Moda and surrounding Kamwe communities.
When was Michika LGA created?
Michika 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 Michika LGA in Adamawa State?
Michika LGA covers an area of approximately 967 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Adamawa State.
What is the population of Michika LGA?
The estimated population of Michika LGA is approximately 255300. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.