Shanono Local Government Area
Large northern Kano agricultural LGA.
Communities & Notable Areas in Shanono LGA
Shanono LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Shanono LGA
Geography of Shanono LGA
Economy of Shanono LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains and local trade.
About Shanono LGA — Key Facts & Context
Shanono 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
Shanono LGA covers an area of approximately 697 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Shanono.
Shanono LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Shanono 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 — Shanono LGA
What is Shanono LGA known for?
Large northern Kano agricultural LGA.
What is the headquarters of Shanono LGA?
The headquarters of Shanono LGA is Shanono, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Shanono in Kano State?
Shanono is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Shanono. The LGA covers an area of approximately 697 km².
What are the communities in Shanono LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Shanono LGA include: Shanono, Kafin Daki, Shanono communities.
When was Shanono LGA created?
Shanono 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 Shanono LGA in Kano State?
Shanono LGA covers an area of approximately 697 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Shanono LGA?
The estimated population of Shanono LGA is approximately 259100. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.