Kusada Local Government Area
Kusada is one of Katsina State's newer local government areas and has a predominantly rural population.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kusada LGA
Kusada LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kusada LGA
Geography of Kusada LGA
Economy of Kusada LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grain trading and local commerce dominate the economy. Farming households cultivate millet, sorghum, maize, groundnut and beans.
About Kusada LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kusada 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
Kusada LGA covers an area of approximately 390 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Kusada.
History of Kusada LGA Creation
Kusada LGA was formally established in 1996 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.
Kusada LGA and Katsina State
As part of Katsina State in the North West geopolitical zone, Kusada 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 — Kusada LGA
What is Kusada LGA known for?
Kusada is one of Katsina State's newer local government areas and has a predominantly rural population.
What is the headquarters of Kusada LGA?
The headquarters of Kusada LGA is Kusada, Katsina State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kusada in Katsina State?
Kusada is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Kusada. The LGA covers an area of approximately 390 km².
What are the communities in Kusada LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kusada LGA include: Kusada town, Kafarda, Dudunni, Dangamau, Yashe, Mawashi, Kofa and Kaikai.
When was Kusada LGA created?
Kusada LGA was created in 1996, making it approximately 30 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Kusada LGA in Katsina State?
Kusada LGA covers an area of approximately 390 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Katsina State.
What is the population of Kusada LGA?
The estimated population of Kusada LGA is approximately 203274. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.