Minjibir Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA in eastern Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Minjibir LGA
Minjibir LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Minjibir LGA
Geography of Minjibir LGA
Economy of Minjibir LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains, vegetables and local trade.
About Minjibir LGA — Key Facts & Context
Minjibir 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
Minjibir LGA covers an area of approximately 416 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Minjibir.
Minjibir LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Minjibir 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 — Minjibir LGA
What is Minjibir LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA in eastern Kano.
What is the headquarters of Minjibir LGA?
The headquarters of Minjibir LGA is Minjibir, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Minjibir in Kano State?
Minjibir is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Minjibir. The LGA covers an area of approximately 416 km².
What are the communities in Minjibir LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Minjibir LGA include: Minjibir, Jiga, Minjibir communities.
When was Minjibir LGA created?
Minjibir 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 Minjibir LGA in Kano State?
Minjibir LGA covers an area of approximately 416 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Minjibir LGA?
The estimated population of Minjibir LGA is approximately 409000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.