Bagwai Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA in northern Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Bagwai LGA
Bagwai LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Bagwai LGA
Geography of Bagwai LGA
Economy of Bagwai LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grain production and local markets.
About Bagwai LGA — Key Facts & Context
Bagwai 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
Bagwai LGA covers an area of approximately 405 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Bagwai.
Bagwai LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Bagwai 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 — Bagwai LGA
What is Bagwai LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA in northern Kano.
What is the headquarters of Bagwai LGA?
The headquarters of Bagwai LGA is Bagwai, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Bagwai in Kano State?
Bagwai is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Bagwai. The LGA covers an area of approximately 405 km².
What are the communities in Bagwai LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Bagwai LGA include: Bagwai, Kiyawa, Dangora.
When was Bagwai LGA created?
Bagwai 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 Bagwai LGA in Kano State?
Bagwai LGA covers an area of approximately 405 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Bagwai LGA?
The estimated population of Bagwai LGA is approximately 300900. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.