Rogo Local Government Area
Large agricultural LGA in western Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Rogo LGA
Rogo LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Rogo LGA
Geography of Rogo LGA
Economy of Rogo LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains, groundnuts and trade.
About Rogo LGA — Key Facts & Context
Rogo 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
Rogo LGA covers an area of approximately 802 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Rogo.
Rogo LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Rogo 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 — Rogo LGA
What is Rogo LGA known for?
Large agricultural LGA in western Kano.
What is the headquarters of Rogo LGA?
The headquarters of Rogo LGA is Rogo, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Rogo in Kano State?
Rogo is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Rogo. The LGA covers an area of approximately 802 km².
What are the communities in Rogo LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Rogo LGA include: Rogo, Danlasan, Rogo communities.
When was Rogo LGA created?
Rogo 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 Rogo LGA in Kano State?
Rogo LGA covers an area of approximately 802 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Rogo LGA?
The estimated population of Rogo LGA is approximately 423900. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.