Kankara Local Government Area
Kankara is one of the most populous and geographically extensive LGAs in southern Katsina.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kankara LGA
Kankara LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kankara LGA
Geography of Kankara LGA
Economy of Kankara LGA
Agriculture, livestock, quarrying, local commerce and transportation are major economic activities. Farming includes millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans.
About Kankara LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kankara 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
Kankara LGA covers an area of approximately 1,462 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Kankara.
History of Kankara LGA Creation
Kankara 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.
Kankara LGA and Katsina State
As part of Katsina State in the North West geopolitical zone, Kankara 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 — Kankara LGA
What is Kankara LGA known for?
Kankara is one of the most populous and geographically extensive LGAs in southern Katsina.
What is the headquarters of Kankara LGA?
The headquarters of Kankara LGA is Kankara, Katsina State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kankara in Katsina State?
Kankara is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Kankara. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,462 km².
What are the communities in Kankara LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kankara LGA include: Kankara town, Yargoje, Burdugau, Wawar Kaza and surrounding communities.
When was Kankara LGA created?
Kankara 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 Kankara LGA in Katsina State?
Kankara LGA covers an area of approximately 1,462 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Katsina State.
What is the population of Kankara LGA?
The estimated population of Kankara LGA is approximately 502597. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.