All 34 Local Government Areas of Katsina State

Bakori is an agricultural LGA in southern Katsina State and is connected to other major communities through road networks. It has eleven wards. Agriculture is the backbone of the local economy, with farming, livestock production, grain trading and small-scale agro-processing providing major livelihoods. Groundnut, millet, sorghum, maize, beans and other food crops are important.

Batagarawa is one of the more densely populated LGAs in Katsina and functions partly as a suburban area around the state capital. The economy is based on agriculture, livestock, commerce, transport, construction and small businesses. Its proximity to Katsina city increases commercial activity and supports trading in agricultural produce and consumer goods.

Batsari is one of the largest LGAs in Katsina by land area and is located close to the Zamfara State and Niger Republic border corridors. Agriculture and livestock dominate the economy. Millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and beans are cultivated, while cattle, goats and sheep provide additional income. Local markets support agricultural trade.

Baure is an agricultural LGA in northern Katsina with communities located within the wider Hausa-Fulani cultural region. Farming and livestock rearing are the main economic activities. Groundnut, millet, sorghum, maize, beans and other crops are produced, while livestock and agricultural trading support household incomes.

Bindawa is located close to Katsina city and benefits from access to the state capital and surrounding commercial markets. Agriculture, livestock, local commerce and food processing are important. Farmers cultivate millet, sorghum, maize, beans, groundnut and other crops, while livestock production supports rural households.

Charanchi is an agricultural LGA in central Katsina with numerous rural settlements and farming communities. Agriculture is central to the local economy, particularly cereal and legume production. Livestock rearing, local markets, transportation and small-scale trading also provide employment.

Dan Musa is a predominantly rural agricultural LGA in central-northern Katsina. Agriculture and livestock production dominate the economy. Millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and beans are major crops, while cattle, goats and sheep support pastoral and mixed-farming households.

Dandume is located in southern Katsina and is connected economically with Funtua and neighbouring agricultural communities. Agriculture is the main economic activity, with maize, millet, sorghum, groundnut and beans among important crops. Livestock, grain trading and small businesses complement farming.

Danja is an agricultural LGA in southern Katsina and has strong economic links with Bakori and Funtua. Agriculture is the principal livelihood, including groundnut, maize, millet, sorghum, beans and other crops. Livestock, local markets and agricultural processing contribute to the economy.

Daura is one of the most historically significant towns in northern Nigeria and is traditionally regarded as one of the major Hausa city-states. Daura is an important commercial, cultural and agricultural centre. Trading, farming, livestock, transportation, public administration and hospitality services are major parts of the local economy.

Dutsi is a predominantly agricultural LGA in northern Katsina. Agriculture and livestock are the main sources of livelihood. Millet, sorghum, maize, beans and groundnut are cultivated, while livestock and local trading support household income.

Dutsin-Ma is an important urban centre in central Katsina and hosts Umaru Musa Yar'Adua University. Agriculture, commerce, public administration, education, livestock production and small-scale businesses are important. The town also benefits from being an educational and administrative centre.

Faskari is one of the largest LGAs in Katsina by land area and has extensive rural farming communities. Agriculture and livestock are the principal economic activities. Groundnut, millet, sorghum, maize, beans and other crops are produced. Livestock rearing, local markets and agricultural trade are also significant.

Funtua is a major city in southern Katsina and one of the state's most important commercial centres. Funtua is one of Katsina's major commercial and industrial centres. Agriculture, cotton, grain trading, textile-related activity, transportation, education, retail and services contribute significantly to the economy.

Ingawa is an agricultural LGA in northern Katsina with important road connections to surrounding commercial centres. Agriculture, livestock, grain trading and local commerce are the main economic activities. Groundnut, millet, sorghum, maize and beans are among important crops.

Jibia is a northern border LGA of Katsina State and is strategically important because of its proximity to Niger Republic. Agriculture, livestock, cross-border trade, local commerce and transportation are important. Jibia's location close to Niger Republic gives it strategic importance for trade and movement.

Kafur is a large agricultural LGA in southern Katsina with extensive rural settlements. Agriculture is the main economic base, supported by livestock, grain trading and small-scale commerce. Groundnut, millet, sorghum, maize and beans are widely cultivated.

Kaita is a northern Katsina LGA with a strategic position near Niger Republic. Agriculture, livestock and cross-border commerce are important. Farmers produce millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and beans, while livestock and local trading support rural livelihoods.

Kankara is one of the most populous and geographically extensive LGAs in southern Katsina. Agriculture, livestock, quarrying, local commerce and transportation are major economic activities. Farming includes millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans.

Kankia is a historic agricultural community and local government headquarters in northern Katsina. Agriculture, livestock, local markets and small-scale trading are major economic activities. Cereal and legume farming is widespread.

Katsina LGA contains the state capital and is the most urbanised local government area in the state. Katsina is the economic and administrative centre of the state. Government, education, retail, wholesale trade, transport, construction, hospitality, agriculture-related commerce and services are major contributors.

Kurfi is a predominantly rural agricultural LGA in northern Katsina. Agriculture and livestock provide most livelihoods. Millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and beans are important crops, with local markets supporting trade.

Kusada is one of Katsina State's newer local government areas and has a predominantly rural population. Agriculture, livestock, grain trading and local commerce dominate the economy. Farming households cultivate millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans.

Mai'Adua is a strategically important northern border LGA and commercial centre. Cross-border commerce, agriculture, livestock, transportation and wholesale trading are important. Its location close to Niger Republic makes it an important trade and transit centre.

Malumfashi is one of the major commercial and agricultural centres of southern Katsina. Agriculture, commerce, livestock, transportation, education and small-scale processing are important. Groundnut, cotton, millet, sorghum, maize and beans are among major agricultural products.

Mani is an important agricultural LGA in northern Katsina. Agriculture, livestock, local commerce and food trading dominate. Farmers produce millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and beans, while livestock production complements crop farming.

Mashi is a northern Katsina LGA with agricultural and border-related economic activities. Agriculture, livestock and cross-border trade are major economic activities. Millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and beans are cultivated, while livestock and trading support local incomes.

Matazu is a predominantly agricultural LGA in central Katsina. Agriculture and livestock are the principal sources of income. Millet, sorghum, groundnut, maize and beans are common crops, with local trading supporting farmers.

Musawa is an agricultural LGA in central Katsina with a substantial rural population. Agriculture and livestock dominate. Millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans are important crops, while local markets and livestock trading contribute to household income.

Rimi is relatively close to Katsina city and has strong economic links with the state capital. Agriculture, livestock, commerce and transportation are important. Farmers cultivate millet, sorghum, maize, beans and groundnut, while proximity to Katsina city supports wider market access.

Sabuwa is an agricultural LGA in southern Katsina with extensive rural communities. Agriculture and livestock production are the principal economic activities. Millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans are major crops, while livestock and local markets support rural incomes.

Safana is a densely populated agricultural LGA in northern Katsina. Agriculture, livestock, local commerce and food trading are important. Millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans are widely cultivated.

Sandamu is one of the larger rural LGAs in northern Katsina by land area. Agriculture and livestock dominate the local economy. Millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans are important crops, while livestock and local markets support household incomes.

Zango is a northern agricultural LGA with communities spread across savanna farmland. Agriculture, livestock, local commerce and trading are the main economic activities. Farmers cultivate millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans, while livestock rearing complements crop production.