Sule Tankarkar Local Government Area
Sule Tankarkar is a large agricultural LGA in northern Jigawa.
Communities & Notable Areas in Sule Tankarkar LGA
Sule Tankarkar LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Sule Tankarkar LGA
Sule Tankarkar became part of Jigawa State in 1991. Its communities have traditionally relied on agriculture and livestock production.
Geography of Sule Tankarkar LGA
The LGA has a predominantly dry savanna landscape with extensive agricultural land, grazing areas and scattered settlements.
Economy of Sule Tankarkar LGA
Agriculture and livestock are the foundation of the local economy. Millet, sorghum, maize, beans, groundnuts and other crops are cultivated, while livestock rearing and local trading provide additional income.
About Sule Tankarkar LGA — Key Facts & Context
Sule Tankarkar 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
Sule Tankarkar LGA covers an area of approximately 1,232 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Sule Tankarkar.
History of Sule Tankarkar LGA Creation
Sule Tankarkar 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.
Sule Tankarkar LGA and Jigawa State
As part of Jigawa State in the North West geopolitical zone, Sule Tankarkar 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 — Sule Tankarkar LGA
What is Sule Tankarkar LGA known for?
Sule Tankarkar is a large agricultural LGA in northern Jigawa.
What is the headquarters of Sule Tankarkar LGA?
The headquarters of Sule Tankarkar LGA is Sule Tankarkar, Jigawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Sule Tankarkar in Jigawa State?
Sule Tankarkar is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Jigawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Sule Tankarkar. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,232 km².
What are the communities in Sule Tankarkar LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Sule Tankarkar LGA include: Sule Tankarkar town, agricultural communities, grazing areas, farming settlements and local markets.
When was Sule Tankarkar LGA created?
Sule Tankarkar 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 Sule Tankarkar LGA in Jigawa State?
Sule Tankarkar LGA covers an area of approximately 1,232 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Jigawa State.
What is the population of Sule Tankarkar LGA?
The estimated population of Sule Tankarkar LGA is approximately 134813. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.