Kirfi Local Government Area
Kirfi is located in the southern-central part of Bauchi State.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kirfi LGA
Kirfi LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kirfi LGA
Kirfi has traditionally been an agricultural settlement area with communities linked to the wider political and cultural history of Bauchi.
Geography of Kirfi LGA
The LGA contains savannah landscapes, farmland, seasonal streams and grazing areas.
Economy of Kirfi LGA
Agriculture and livestock are the main economic activities. Farmers produce grains and other food crops while livestock rearing supports rural households.
About Kirfi LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kirfi 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
Kirfi LGA covers an area of approximately 2,371 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Kirfi.
Kirfi LGA and Bauchi State
As part of Bauchi State in the North East geopolitical zone, Kirfi 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 — Kirfi LGA
What is Kirfi LGA known for?
Kirfi is located in the southern-central part of Bauchi State.
What is the headquarters of Kirfi LGA?
The headquarters of Kirfi LGA is Kirfi, Bauchi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kirfi in Bauchi State?
Kirfi is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Bauchi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Kirfi. The LGA covers an area of approximately 2,371 km².
What are the communities in Kirfi LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kirfi LGA include: Kirfi town, farming communities, grazing areas and surrounding settlements.
When was Kirfi LGA created?
Kirfi 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 Kirfi LGA in Bauchi State?
Kirfi LGA covers an area of approximately 2,371 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Bauchi State.
What is the population of Kirfi LGA?
The estimated population of Kirfi LGA is approximately 236914. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.