All 20 Local Government Areas of Bauchi State

Alkaleri is one of the largest LGAs in Bauchi State by land area and contains Yankari National Park. Agriculture and livestock are major economic activities. The LGA also benefits from tourism associated with Yankari National Park and Wikki Warm Spring, while farming includes grains, groundnuts, maize and other food crops.

Bauchi LGA contains the state capital and is the principal political, administrative and commercial centre. Bauchi is the state's principal administrative and commercial centre. Government services, education, retail, construction, transport, hospitality and small-scale manufacturing are important sectors.

Bogoro is closely associated with the Sayawa people and is part of the southern cultural zone of Bauchi State. Agriculture is the main economic activity, including maize, millet, guinea corn, beans and livestock. Small-scale trading and local processing also support livelihoods.

Dambam is one of the northern-central LGAs of Bauchi State. Agriculture and livestock are central to the local economy. Grain farming, livestock rearing, petty commerce and local markets support households.

Darazo is an important agricultural and commercial LGA in central Bauchi. Agriculture, livestock and commerce dominate the local economy. Groundnut, millet, maize, sorghum and livestock are important sources of income.

Dass is one of the smaller LGAs by land area and is strongly associated with the Sayawa cultural area. Farming and livestock rearing are important. Maize, guinea corn, millet, beans and other crops are produced, while local trade supports the economy.

Gamawa is located in northern Bauchi near the state's boundary with neighbouring northern states. Agriculture and livestock are the main economic activities. Millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and livestock production are important.

Ganjuwa is one of Bauchi State's larger LGAs by land area. Agriculture, livestock and commerce are major activities. The LGA produces grains and other food crops and supports cattle and small-ruminant production.

Giade is one of the smaller LGAs by land area but has a significant population relative to its size. Agriculture and local commerce are important. Millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and livestock are common economic activities.

Itas/Gadau combines the historic communities of Itas and Gadau within one local government area. Agriculture, livestock and commerce are major activities. Grain farming, groundnut production and animal husbandry support the local economy.

Jama'are is one of the smallest Bauchi LGAs by land area and is associated with the Jama'are Emirate. Agriculture, livestock, trade and food processing are major economic activities. Grain production and livestock rearing are particularly important.

Katagum LGA is headquartered at Azare, one of the major urban centres in northern Bauchi. Azare is a major commercial centre. Agriculture, livestock, trading, transport, services and small-scale processing are important to the local economy.

Kirfi is located in the southern-central part of Bauchi State. Agriculture and livestock are the main economic activities. Farmers produce grains and other food crops while livestock rearing supports rural households.

Misau is a significant agricultural and traditional centre in northern Bauchi. Agriculture, livestock and commerce dominate the local economy. Groundnut, millet, maize, sorghum and livestock are important.

Ningi is one of the largest LGAs in Bauchi State by land area and population. Agriculture, livestock, commerce and local processing are important. Major activities include grain farming, groundnut production and cattle rearing.

Shira LGA is headquartered at Yana rather than the settlement from which the LGA takes its name. Agriculture and livestock are central to the local economy. Millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and livestock are important products.

The LGA is named after Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Nigeria's first Prime Minister. Agriculture, livestock, local commerce and services are important. The area also benefits from historical tourism associated with Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa.

Toro is the largest Bauchi LGA by land area according to published state figures. Agriculture, livestock and commerce are major economic activities. The large land area provides extensive farming and grazing opportunities.

Warji is one of Bauchi State's smaller LGAs by land area. Agriculture, livestock and petty commerce are important. Food crops, livestock and local trade support the economy.

Zaki LGA has its administrative headquarters at Katagum according to published LGA data. Agriculture, livestock and commerce are major economic activities. Grain farming, groundnut production and animal husbandry are important.