Brass Local Government Area
Coastal LGA; historic trading port and kingdom
About Brass LGA
Coastal LGA; historic trading port and kingdom
Landmarks & Attractions in Brass LGA
Twon-Brass / Akassa Area
Historic coastal communities that served as early European trading and consular points; home to wildlife and mangrove habitats.
About Brass LGA — Key Facts & Context
Brass Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Bayelsa 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.
Brass LGA and Bayelsa State
As part of Bayelsa State in the South South geopolitical zone, Brass LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Bayelsa State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Brass LGA
What is Brass LGA known for?
Coastal LGA; historic trading port and kingdom
What is the headquarters of Brass LGA?
The headquarters of Brass LGA is Twon-Brass, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Brass in Bayelsa State?
Brass is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Twon-Brass.
What are the communities in Brass LGA?
The major communities in Brass LGA are centred around its headquarters (Twon-Brass) and include numerous residential, commercial, and rural settlements within its boundaries.
When was Brass LGA created?
Brass 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 Brass LGA in Bayelsa State?
Brass LGA is located in Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
What is the population of Brass LGA?
Accurate, up-to-date population data for Brass LGA is not available, as Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006. Current figures are based on projections from that census.