Wudil Local Government Area
Important southeastern Kano LGA and education centre.
Communities & Notable Areas in Wudil LGA
Wudil LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Wudil LGA
Geography of Wudil LGA
Economy of Wudil LGA
Agriculture, education, livestock, commerce and services.
About Wudil LGA — Key Facts & Context
Wudil 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
Wudil LGA covers an area of approximately 362 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Wudil.
Wudil LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Wudil 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 — Wudil LGA
What is Wudil LGA known for?
Important southeastern Kano LGA and education centre.
What is the headquarters of Wudil LGA?
The headquarters of Wudil LGA is Wudil, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Wudil in Kano State?
Wudil is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Wudil. The LGA covers an area of approximately 362 km².
What are the communities in Wudil LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Wudil LGA include: Wudil, Wudil River area, Nigeria Police Academy.
When was Wudil LGA created?
Wudil 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 Wudil LGA in Kano State?
Wudil LGA covers an area of approximately 362 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Wudil LGA?
The estimated population of Wudil LGA is approximately 351400. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.