Albasu Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA in southern Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Albasu LGA
Albasu LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Albasu LGA
Geography of Albasu LGA
Economy of Albasu LGA
Farming, livestock production, grain trading and small-scale commerce.
About Albasu LGA — Key Facts & Context
Albasu Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Kano 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
Albasu LGA covers an area of approximately 398 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Albasu.
Albasu LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Albasu LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Kano State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Albasu LGA
What is Albasu LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA in southern Kano.
What is the headquarters of Albasu LGA?
The headquarters of Albasu LGA is Albasu, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Albasu in Kano State?
Albasu is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Albasu. The LGA covers an area of approximately 398 km².
What are the communities in Albasu LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Albasu LGA include: Albasu, Fanda, Tsangaya.
When was Albasu LGA created?
Albasu 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 Albasu LGA in Kano State?
Albasu LGA covers an area of approximately 398 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Albasu LGA?
The estimated population of Albasu LGA is approximately 349500. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.