Numan Local Government Area
Numan is one of the most important traditional and commercial centres of southern Adamawa and belongs to Adamawa South Senatorial District.
Communities & Notable Areas in Numan LGA
Numan LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Numan LGA
Geography of Numan LGA
Economy of Numan LGA
Agriculture, sugar production, fishing, livestock and commerce are major economic activities. The area is particularly important for irrigated agriculture and large-scale sugar-related economic activities around the Benue River basin.
Landmarks & Attractions in Numan LGA
Benue River Valley
The Benue River valley is one of Adamawa's most important geographical and agricultural landscapes. It supports fishing, irrigation, floodplain agriculture, transportation and settlement.
About Numan LGA — Key Facts & Context
Numan 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
Numan LGA covers an area of approximately 905 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Numan.
History of Numan LGA Creation
Numan 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.
Numan LGA and Adamawa State
As part of Adamawa State in the North East geopolitical zone, Numan 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 — Numan LGA
What is Numan LGA known for?
Numan is one of the most important traditional and commercial centres of southern Adamawa and belongs to Adamawa South Senatorial District.
What is the headquarters of Numan LGA?
The headquarters of Numan LGA is Numan, Adamawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Numan in Adamawa State?
Numan is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Numan. The LGA covers an area of approximately 905 km².
What are the communities in Numan LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Numan LGA include: Numan town, Bachama communities, Kiri and Benue River settlements.
When was Numan LGA created?
Numan 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 Numan LGA in Adamawa State?
Numan LGA covers an area of approximately 905 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Adamawa State.
What is the population of Numan LGA?
The estimated population of Numan LGA is approximately 150300. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.