Kafin Hausa Local Government Area
Kafin Hausa is one of the larger and more populated LGAs in Jigawa State.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kafin Hausa LGA
Kafin Hausa LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kafin Hausa LGA
Kafin Hausa became part of Jigawa State following its creation in 1991. The LGA contains long-established Hausa-Fulani settlements with strong agricultural traditions.
Geography of Kafin Hausa LGA
Kafin Hausa occupies a broad area of central-northern Jigawa. Its terrain includes agricultural plains, settlements and seasonal waterways.
Economy of Kafin Hausa LGA
Kafin Hausa has a predominantly agricultural economy. Rice, millet, sorghum, maize, beans, groundnuts and vegetables are cultivated. Irrigation and livestock production also contribute to local livelihoods, while trading supports the wider economy.
About Kafin Hausa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kafin Hausa Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Jigawa 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
Kafin Hausa LGA covers an area of approximately 1,370 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Kafin Hausa.
History of Kafin Hausa LGA Creation
Kafin Hausa 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.
Kafin Hausa LGA and Jigawa State
As part of Jigawa State in the North West geopolitical zone, Kafin Hausa LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Jigawa State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Kafin Hausa LGA
What is Kafin Hausa LGA known for?
Kafin Hausa is one of the larger and more populated LGAs in Jigawa State.
What is the headquarters of Kafin Hausa LGA?
The headquarters of Kafin Hausa LGA is Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kafin Hausa in Jigawa State?
Kafin Hausa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Jigawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Kafin Hausa. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,370 km².
What are the communities in Kafin Hausa LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kafin Hausa LGA include: Kafin Hausa town, agricultural communities, irrigation areas, markets and traditional settlements.
When was Kafin Hausa LGA created?
Kafin Hausa 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 Kafin Hausa LGA in Jigawa State?
Kafin Hausa LGA covers an area of approximately 1,370 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Jigawa State.
What is the population of Kafin Hausa LGA?
The estimated population of Kafin Hausa LGA is approximately 267284. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.