Kiri Kasamma Local Government Area
Kiri Kasamma is an important riverine agricultural LGA in northeastern Jigawa.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kiri Kasamma LGA
Kiri Kasamma LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kiri Kasamma LGA
Kiri Kasamma became part of Jigawa State in 1991. Its communities have traditionally relied on farming, fishing and livestock production.
Geography of Kiri Kasamma LGA
Kiri Kasamma lies within the Hadejia river system and contains low-lying floodplain areas and wetlands. The geography makes irrigation and wet-season farming important but also exposes some communities to flood risk.
Economy of Kiri Kasamma LGA
Agriculture is the main economic activity. Rice farming, fishing, livestock production, irrigation agriculture and local trading are particularly important because of the LGA's position within the Hadejia river and wetland environment.
About Kiri Kasamma LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kiri Kasamma 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
Kiri Kasamma LGA covers an area of approximately 830 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Kiri Kasamma.
History of Kiri Kasamma LGA Creation
Kiri Kasamma 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.
Kiri Kasamma LGA and Jigawa State
As part of Jigawa State in the North West geopolitical zone, Kiri Kasamma 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 — Kiri Kasamma LGA
What is Kiri Kasamma LGA known for?
Kiri Kasamma is an important riverine agricultural LGA in northeastern Jigawa.
What is the headquarters of Kiri Kasamma LGA?
The headquarters of Kiri Kasamma LGA is Kiri Kasamma, Jigawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kiri Kasamma in Jigawa State?
Kiri Kasamma is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Jigawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Kiri Kasamma. The LGA covers an area of approximately 830 km².
What are the communities in Kiri Kasamma LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kiri Kasamma LGA include: Kiri Kasamma town, Hadejia River basin, wetlands, irrigation areas and farming settlements.
When was Kiri Kasamma LGA created?
Kiri Kasamma 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 Kiri Kasamma LGA in Jigawa State?
Kiri Kasamma LGA covers an area of approximately 830 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Jigawa State.
What is the population of Kiri Kasamma LGA?
The estimated population of Kiri Kasamma LGA is approximately 192583. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.