Doguwa Local Government Area
Largest LGA in Kano State by land area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Doguwa LGA
Doguwa LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Doguwa LGA
Geography of Doguwa LGA
Economy of Doguwa LGA
Agriculture, livestock, mining, quarrying and local commerce.
About Doguwa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Doguwa 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
Doguwa LGA covers an area of approximately 1,473 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Riruwai.
Doguwa LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Doguwa 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 — Doguwa LGA
What is Doguwa LGA known for?
Largest LGA in Kano State by land area.
What is the headquarters of Doguwa LGA?
The headquarters of Doguwa LGA is Riruwai, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Doguwa in Kano State?
Doguwa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Riruwai. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,473 km².
What are the communities in Doguwa LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Doguwa LGA include: Riruwai, Doguwa, Falgore area.
When was Doguwa LGA created?
Doguwa 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 Doguwa LGA in Kano State?
Doguwa LGA covers an area of approximately 1,473 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Doguwa LGA?
The estimated population of Doguwa LGA is approximately 280600. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.