Hawul Local Government Area
Southern Borno LGA associated with Bura communities and the Biu Plateau region.
Communities & Notable Areas in Hawul LGA
Hawul LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Hawul LGA
Hawul is an important agricultural LGA in southern Borno and contains communities with strong Bura cultural traditions.
Geography of Hawul LGA
The area contains savanna and elevated terrain suitable for farming, with greater rainfall than northern Borno.
Economy of Hawul LGA
Crop farming, livestock, trade and agro-processing support the local economy.
About Hawul LGA — Key Facts & Context
Hawul Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Borno 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
Hawul LGA covers an area of approximately 2,161 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Kwaya-Bura.
History of Hawul LGA Creation
Hawul LGA was formally established in 1991 as part of Nigeria's local government reform exercises carried out by the federal military government. Nigeria's current system of 774 LGAs was built through a series of administrative reforms — most significantly the 1976 reform under General Murtala Muhammed and subsequent exercises in 1991 and 1996. For the full context, see History of State Creation in Nigeria.
Hawul LGA and Borno State
As part of Borno State in the North East geopolitical zone, Hawul LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Borno State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Hawul LGA
What is Hawul LGA known for?
Southern Borno LGA associated with Bura communities and the Biu Plateau region.
What is the headquarters of Hawul LGA?
The headquarters of Hawul LGA is Kwaya-Bura, Borno State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Hawul in Borno State?
Hawul is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Borno State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Kwaya-Bura. The LGA covers an area of approximately 2,161 km².
What are the communities in Hawul LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Hawul LGA include: Kwaya-Bura, Shaffa, southern Borno farming communities.
When was Hawul LGA created?
Hawul LGA was created in 1991, making it approximately 35 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Hawul LGA in Borno State?
Hawul LGA covers an area of approximately 2,161 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Borno State.
What is the population of Hawul LGA?
The estimated population of Hawul LGA is approximately 203456. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.