Kiru Local Government Area
Large agricultural LGA in southern Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kiru LGA
Kiru LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kiru LGA
Geography of Kiru LGA
Economy of Kiru LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains, groundnuts and commerce.
About Kiru LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kiru 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
Kiru LGA covers an area of approximately 927 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Kiru.
Kiru LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Kiru 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 — Kiru LGA
What is Kiru LGA known for?
Large agricultural LGA in southern Kano.
What is the headquarters of Kiru LGA?
The headquarters of Kiru LGA is Kiru, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kiru in Kano State?
Kiru is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Kiru. The LGA covers an area of approximately 927 km².
What are the communities in Kiru LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kiru LGA include: Kiru, Yako, Kafin Maiyaki.
When was Kiru LGA created?
Kiru 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 Kiru LGA in Kano State?
Kiru LGA covers an area of approximately 927 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Kiru LGA?
The estimated population of Kiru LGA is approximately 497600. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.