Makoda Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA in northern Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Makoda LGA
Makoda LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Makoda LGA
Geography of Makoda LGA
Economy of Makoda LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains, groundnuts and commerce.
About Makoda LGA — Key Facts & Context
Makoda 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
Makoda LGA covers an area of approximately 441 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Makoda.
Makoda LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Makoda 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 — Makoda LGA
What is Makoda LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA in northern Kano.
What is the headquarters of Makoda LGA?
The headquarters of Makoda LGA is Makoda, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Makoda in Kano State?
Makoda is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Makoda. The LGA covers an area of approximately 441 km².
What are the communities in Makoda LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Makoda LGA include: Makoda, Jikamshi, Tattarawa.
When was Makoda LGA created?
Makoda 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 Makoda LGA in Kano State?
Makoda LGA covers an area of approximately 441 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Makoda LGA?
The estimated population of Makoda LGA is approximately 409900. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.