Warji Local Government Area
Warji is one of Bauchi State's smaller LGAs by land area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Warji LGA
Warji LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Warji LGA
Warji is associated with the Warjawa people and their distinctive cultural heritage. The area has long-standing agricultural communities and traditional institutions.
Geography of Warji LGA
The LGA consists mainly of savannah terrain, cultivated fields and seasonal streams.
Economy of Warji LGA
Agriculture, livestock and petty commerce are important. Food crops, livestock and local trade support the economy.
About Warji LGA — Key Facts & Context
Warji 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
Warji LGA covers an area of approximately 625 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Warji.
Warji LGA and Bauchi State
As part of Bauchi State in the North East geopolitical zone, Warji 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 — Warji LGA
What is Warji LGA known for?
Warji is one of Bauchi State's smaller LGAs by land area.
What is the headquarters of Warji LGA?
The headquarters of Warji LGA is Warji, Bauchi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Warji in Bauchi State?
Warji is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Bauchi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Warji. The LGA covers an area of approximately 625 km².
What are the communities in Warji LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Warji LGA include: Warji town, Warjawa communities, agricultural settlements and local markets.
When was Warji LGA created?
Warji 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 Warji LGA in Bauchi State?
Warji LGA covers an area of approximately 625 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Bauchi State.
What is the population of Warji LGA?
The estimated population of Warji LGA is approximately 184115. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.