Ingawa Local Government Area
Ingawa is an agricultural LGA in northern Katsina with important road connections to surrounding commercial centres.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ingawa LGA
Ingawa LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ingawa LGA
Geography of Ingawa LGA
Economy of Ingawa LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grain trading and local commerce are the main economic activities. Groundnut, millet, sorghum, maize and beans are among important crops.
About Ingawa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ingawa Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Katsina 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
Ingawa LGA covers an area of approximately 893 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ingawa.
History of Ingawa LGA Creation
Ingawa LGA was formally established in 1989 as part of Nigeria's local government reform exercises carried out by the federal military government. Nigeria's current system of 774 LGAs was built through a series of administrative reforms — most significantly the 1976 reform under General Murtala Muhammed and subsequent exercises in 1991 and 1996. For the full context, see History of State Creation in Nigeria.
Ingawa LGA and Katsina State
As part of Katsina State in the North West geopolitical zone, Ingawa LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Katsina State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ingawa LGA
What is Ingawa LGA known for?
Ingawa is an agricultural LGA in northern Katsina with important road connections to surrounding commercial centres.
What is the headquarters of Ingawa LGA?
The headquarters of Ingawa LGA is Ingawa, Katsina State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ingawa in Katsina State?
Ingawa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ingawa. The LGA covers an area of approximately 893 km².
What are the communities in Ingawa LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ingawa LGA include: Ingawa, Daura Road communities, Rago, Dandagoro and surrounding villages.
When was Ingawa LGA created?
Ingawa LGA was created in 1989, making it approximately 37 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Ingawa LGA in Katsina State?
Ingawa LGA covers an area of approximately 893 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Katsina State.
What is the population of Ingawa LGA?
The estimated population of Ingawa LGA is approximately 349527. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.