Nasarawa Local Government Area
One of Kano metropolitan area's most populous LGAs.
Communities & Notable Areas in Nasarawa LGA
Nasarawa LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Nasarawa LGA
Geography of Nasarawa LGA
Economy of Nasarawa LGA
Manufacturing, banking, commerce, property, services, hospitality and industry.
About Nasarawa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Nasarawa 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
Nasarawa LGA covers an area of approximately 34 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Bompai.
Nasarawa LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Nasarawa 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 — Nasarawa LGA
What is Nasarawa LGA known for?
One of Kano metropolitan area's most populous LGAs.
What is the headquarters of Nasarawa LGA?
The headquarters of Nasarawa LGA is Bompai, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Nasarawa in Kano State?
Nasarawa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Bompai. The LGA covers an area of approximately 34 km².
What are the communities in Nasarawa LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Nasarawa LGA include: Bompai, Hotoro, Tarauni border, GRA, Bompai Industrial Area.
When was Nasarawa LGA created?
Nasarawa 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 Nasarawa LGA in Kano State?
Nasarawa LGA covers an area of approximately 34 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Nasarawa LGA?
The estimated population of Nasarawa LGA is approximately 1110800. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.