Shira Local Government Area
Shira LGA is headquartered at Yana rather than the settlement from which the LGA takes its name.
Communities & Notable Areas in Shira LGA
Shira LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Shira LGA
Shira has historically been an agricultural and traditional settlement area in northern Bauchi. Yana serves as the administrative headquarters.
Geography of Shira LGA
The landscape consists mainly of savannah plains with farmland and seasonal drainage channels.
Economy of Shira LGA
Agriculture and livestock are central to the local economy. Millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and livestock are important products.
About Shira LGA — Key Facts & Context
Shira 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
Shira LGA covers an area of approximately 1,321 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Yana.
Shira LGA and Bauchi State
As part of Bauchi State in the North East geopolitical zone, Shira 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 — Shira LGA
What is Shira LGA known for?
Shira LGA is headquartered at Yana rather than the settlement from which the LGA takes its name.
What is the headquarters of Shira LGA?
The headquarters of Shira LGA is Yana, Bauchi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Shira in Bauchi State?
Shira is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Bauchi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Yana. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,321 km².
What are the communities in Shira LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Shira LGA include: Yana, Shira communities, agricultural settlements and local markets.
When was Shira LGA created?
Shira 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 Shira LGA in Bauchi State?
Shira LGA covers an area of approximately 1,321 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Bauchi State.
What is the population of Shira LGA?
The estimated population of Shira LGA is approximately 375572. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.