Misau Local Government Area
Misau is a significant agricultural and traditional centre in northern Bauchi.
Communities & Notable Areas in Misau LGA
Misau LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Misau LGA
Misau has a long traditional history and developed as an important centre of administration, agriculture and trade in northern Bauchi.
Geography of Misau LGA
The LGA has mainly open savannah landscapes with cultivated land and seasonal water channels.
Economy of Misau LGA
Agriculture, livestock and commerce dominate the local economy. Groundnut, millet, maize, sorghum and livestock are important.
About Misau LGA — Key Facts & Context
Misau 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
Misau LGA covers an area of approximately 1,226 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Misau.
Misau LGA and Bauchi State
As part of Bauchi State in the North East geopolitical zone, Misau 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 — Misau LGA
What is Misau LGA known for?
Misau is a significant agricultural and traditional centre in northern Bauchi.
What is the headquarters of Misau LGA?
The headquarters of Misau LGA is Misau, Bauchi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Misau in Bauchi State?
Misau is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Bauchi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Misau. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,226 km².
What are the communities in Misau LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Misau LGA include: Misau town, Misau Emirate, agricultural communities, markets and grazing areas.
When was Misau LGA created?
Misau 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 Misau LGA in Bauchi State?
Misau LGA covers an area of approximately 1,226 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Bauchi State.
What is the population of Misau LGA?
The estimated population of Misau LGA is approximately 422873. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.