Bunkure Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA south of Kano metropolitan area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Bunkure LGA
Bunkure LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Bunkure LGA
Geography of Bunkure LGA
Economy of Bunkure LGA
Agriculture, grains, livestock, groundnuts and local commerce.
About Bunkure LGA — Key Facts & Context
Bunkure 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
Bunkure LGA covers an area of approximately 487 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Bunkure.
Bunkure LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Bunkure 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 — Bunkure LGA
What is Bunkure LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA south of Kano metropolitan area.
What is the headquarters of Bunkure LGA?
The headquarters of Bunkure LGA is Bunkure, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Bunkure in Kano State?
Bunkure is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Bunkure. The LGA covers an area of approximately 487 km².
What are the communities in Bunkure LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Bunkure LGA include: Bunkure, Kafin Malam, Gurjiya.
When was Bunkure LGA created?
Bunkure 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 Bunkure LGA in Kano State?
Bunkure LGA covers an area of approximately 487 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Bunkure LGA?
The estimated population of Bunkure LGA is approximately 324900. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.