Ungogo Local Government Area
One of Kano metropolitan area's major LGAs.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ungogo LGA
Ungogo LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ungogo LGA
Geography of Ungogo LGA
Economy of Ungogo LGA
Commerce, manufacturing, services, housing, transport and agriculture.
About Ungogo LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ungogo 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
Ungogo LGA covers an area of approximately 204 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ungogo.
Ungogo LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Ungogo 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 — Ungogo LGA
What is Ungogo LGA known for?
One of Kano metropolitan area's major LGAs.
What is the headquarters of Ungogo LGA?
The headquarters of Ungogo LGA is Ungogo, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ungogo in Kano State?
Ungogo is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ungogo. The LGA covers an area of approximately 204 km².
What are the communities in Ungogo LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ungogo LGA include: Ungogo, Rijiyar Zaki, Bachirawa, Airport Road.
When was Ungogo LGA created?
Ungogo 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 Ungogo LGA in Kano State?
Ungogo LGA covers an area of approximately 204 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Ungogo LGA?
The estimated population of Ungogo LGA is approximately 681200. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.