Gwarzo Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA in western Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Gwarzo LGA
Gwarzo LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Gwarzo LGA
Geography of Gwarzo LGA
Economy of Gwarzo LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains, groundnuts and commerce.
About Gwarzo LGA — Key Facts & Context
Gwarzo 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
Gwarzo LGA covers an area of approximately 393 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Gwarzo.
Gwarzo LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Gwarzo 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 — Gwarzo LGA
What is Gwarzo LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA in western Kano.
What is the headquarters of Gwarzo LGA?
The headquarters of Gwarzo LGA is Gwarzo, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Gwarzo in Kano State?
Gwarzo is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Gwarzo. The LGA covers an area of approximately 393 km².
What are the communities in Gwarzo LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Gwarzo LGA include: Gwarzo, Jankara, Getso.
When was Gwarzo LGA created?
Gwarzo 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 Gwarzo LGA in Kano State?
Gwarzo LGA covers an area of approximately 393 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Gwarzo LGA?
The estimated population of Gwarzo LGA is approximately 342000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.