Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area
Major LGA immediately northwest of Kano metropolitan area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Dawakin Tofa LGA
Dawakin Tofa LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Dawakin Tofa LGA
Geography of Dawakin Tofa LGA
Economy of Dawakin Tofa LGA
Agriculture, grain markets, livestock, commerce and transportation.
Landmarks & Attractions in Dawakin Tofa LGA
Dawanau Market
Dawanau Market is one of the most important agricultural commodity markets in West Africa and is particularly associated with grains and other agricultural produce.
Notable People from Dawakin Tofa LGA
Former Governor of Kano State and former Deputy Governor of the state.
1949About Dawakin Tofa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Dawakin Tofa 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
Dawakin Tofa LGA covers an area of approximately 479 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Dawakin Tofa.
Dawakin Tofa LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Dawakin Tofa 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 — Dawakin Tofa LGA
What is Dawakin Tofa LGA known for?
Major LGA immediately northwest of Kano metropolitan area.
What is the headquarters of Dawakin Tofa LGA?
The headquarters of Dawakin Tofa LGA is Dawakin Tofa, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Dawakin Tofa in Kano State?
Dawakin Tofa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Dawakin Tofa. The LGA covers an area of approximately 479 km².
What are the communities in Dawakin Tofa LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Dawakin Tofa LGA include: Dawakin Tofa, Dawanau, Tofa Road corridor.
When was Dawakin Tofa LGA created?
Dawakin Tofa 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 Dawakin Tofa LGA in Kano State?
Dawakin Tofa LGA covers an area of approximately 479 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Dawakin Tofa LGA?
The estimated population of Dawakin Tofa LGA is approximately 458500. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.