Bebeji Local Government Area
Large agricultural LGA in southern Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Bebeji LGA
Bebeji LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Bebeji LGA
Geography of Bebeji LGA
Economy of Bebeji LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains, groundnuts and local trade.
About Bebeji LGA — Key Facts & Context
Bebeji 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
Bebeji LGA covers an area of approximately 717 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Bebeji.
Bebeji LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Bebeji 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 — Bebeji LGA
What is Bebeji LGA known for?
Large agricultural LGA in southern Kano.
What is the headquarters of Bebeji LGA?
The headquarters of Bebeji LGA is Bebeji, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Bebeji in Kano State?
Bebeji is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Bebeji. The LGA covers an area of approximately 717 km².
What are the communities in Bebeji LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Bebeji LGA include: Bebeji, Kofa, Rantan.
When was Bebeji LGA created?
Bebeji 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 Bebeji LGA in Kano State?
Bebeji LGA covers an area of approximately 717 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Bebeji LGA?
The estimated population of Bebeji LGA is approximately 357400. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.