Giade Local Government Area
Giade is one of the smaller LGAs by land area but has a significant population relative to its size.
Communities & Notable Areas in Giade LGA
Giade LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Giade LGA
Giade is a traditional agricultural settlement area in northern Bauchi. Farming and local trade have historically supported the population.
Geography of Giade LGA
The LGA is mainly flat to gently undulating savannah with cultivated fields and seasonal drainage channels.
Economy of Giade LGA
Agriculture and local commerce are important. Millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and livestock are common economic activities.
About Giade LGA — Key Facts & Context
Giade Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Bauchi 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
Giade LGA covers an area of approximately 668 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Giade.
Giade LGA and Bauchi State
As part of Bauchi State in the North East geopolitical zone, Giade LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Bauchi State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Giade LGA
What is Giade LGA known for?
Giade is one of the smaller LGAs by land area but has a significant population relative to its size.
What is the headquarters of Giade LGA?
The headquarters of Giade LGA is Giade, Bauchi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Giade in Bauchi State?
Giade is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Bauchi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Giade. The LGA covers an area of approximately 668 km².
What are the communities in Giade LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Giade LGA include: Giade town, farming communities, grain markets and surrounding villages.
When was Giade LGA created?
Giade LGA was established during Nigeria's local government reform exercises, as part of the process of creating the current 774 LGAs across Nigeria.
How large is Giade LGA in Bauchi State?
Giade LGA covers an area of approximately 668 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Bauchi State.
What is the population of Giade LGA?
The estimated population of Giade LGA is approximately 251921. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.