Mubi North Local Government Area
Mubi North contains the northern portion of the Mubi urban area and belongs to Adamawa North Senatorial District.
Communities & Notable Areas in Mubi North LGA
Mubi North LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Mubi North LGA
Geography of Mubi North LGA
Economy of Mubi North LGA
Mubi North has a highly diversified urban economy based on commerce, education, transportation, agriculture, livestock, services and small-scale manufacturing. Mubi is one of the major commercial centres of northeastern Nigeria.
Landmarks & Attractions in Mubi North LGA
Mubi Hills
The hills and elevated landscapes around Mubi provide distinctive scenery and form part of the wider highland environment of northeastern Adamawa.
About Mubi North LGA — Key Facts & Context
Mubi North 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
Mubi North LGA covers an area of approximately 903 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Mubi.
History of Mubi North LGA Creation
Mubi North 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.
Mubi North LGA and Adamawa State
As part of Adamawa State in the North East geopolitical zone, Mubi North 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 — Mubi North LGA
What is Mubi North LGA known for?
Mubi North contains the northern portion of the Mubi urban area and belongs to Adamawa North Senatorial District.
What is the headquarters of Mubi North LGA?
The headquarters of Mubi North LGA is Mubi, Adamawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Mubi North in Adamawa State?
Mubi North is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Mubi. The LGA covers an area of approximately 903 km².
What are the communities in Mubi North LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Mubi North LGA include: Mubi metropolis, Vimtim, Muchalla, Kolere and surrounding communities.
When was Mubi North LGA created?
Mubi North 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 Mubi North LGA in Adamawa State?
Mubi North LGA covers an area of approximately 903 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Adamawa State.
What is the population of Mubi North LGA?
The estimated population of Mubi North LGA is approximately 244800. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.