Song Local Government Area
Song is one of the largest LGAs in Adamawa by land area and belongs to Adamawa Central Senatorial District.
Communities & Notable Areas in Song LGA
Song LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Song LGA
Geography of Song LGA
Economy of Song LGA
Agriculture and livestock are the backbone of the economy. Maize, sorghum, millet, groundnuts, beans, rice and other crops are cultivated. Livestock rearing, local trade and natural-resource activities also contribute.
About Song LGA — Key Facts & Context
Song 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
Song LGA covers an area of approximately 4,256 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Song.
History of Song LGA Creation
Song 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.
Song LGA and Adamawa State
As part of Adamawa State in the North East geopolitical zone, Song 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 — Song LGA
What is Song LGA known for?
Song is one of the largest LGAs in Adamawa by land area and belongs to Adamawa Central Senatorial District.
What is the headquarters of Song LGA?
The headquarters of Song LGA is Song, Adamawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Song in Adamawa State?
Song is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Song. The LGA covers an area of approximately 4,256 km².
What are the communities in Song LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Song LGA include: Song town, Dumne, Sukur, Waltandi, Gudu and surrounding communities.
When was Song LGA created?
Song 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 Song LGA in Adamawa State?
Song LGA covers an area of approximately 4,256 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Adamawa State.
What is the population of Song LGA?
The estimated population of Song LGA is approximately 321800. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.