Fagge Local Government Area
Highly urbanised metropolitan Kano LGA.
Communities & Notable Areas in Fagge LGA
Fagge LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Fagge LGA
Geography of Fagge LGA
Economy of Fagge LGA
Wholesale trade, retail, transport, services, textiles and urban commerce.
About Fagge LGA — Key Facts & Context
Fagge 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
Fagge LGA covers an area of approximately 21 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Waje.
Fagge LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Fagge 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 — Fagge LGA
What is Fagge LGA known for?
Highly urbanised metropolitan Kano LGA.
What is the headquarters of Fagge LGA?
The headquarters of Fagge LGA is Waje, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Fagge in Kano State?
Fagge is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Waje. The LGA covers an area of approximately 21 km².
What are the communities in Fagge LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Fagge LGA include: Waje, Sabon Gari, Fagge, Railway area.
When was Fagge LGA created?
Fagge 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 Fagge LGA in Kano State?
Fagge LGA covers an area of approximately 21 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Fagge LGA?
The estimated population of Fagge LGA is approximately 372700. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.