Tofa Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA northwest of Kano city.
Communities & Notable Areas in Tofa LGA
Tofa LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Tofa LGA
Geography of Tofa LGA
Economy of Tofa LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains, groundnuts and commerce.
About Tofa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Tofa 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
Tofa LGA covers an area of approximately 202 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Tofa.
Tofa LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Tofa 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 — Tofa LGA
What is Tofa LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA northwest of Kano city.
What is the headquarters of Tofa LGA?
The headquarters of Tofa LGA is Tofa, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Tofa in Kano State?
Tofa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Tofa. The LGA covers an area of approximately 202 km².
What are the communities in Tofa LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Tofa LGA include: Tofa, Dawanau Road corridor, Tofa communities.
When was Tofa LGA created?
Tofa 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 Tofa LGA in Kano State?
Tofa LGA covers an area of approximately 202 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Tofa LGA?
The estimated population of Tofa LGA is approximately 183700. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.