Malumfashi Local Government Area
Malumfashi is one of the major commercial and agricultural centres of southern Katsina.
Communities & Notable Areas in Malumfashi LGA
Malumfashi LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Malumfashi LGA
Geography of Malumfashi LGA
Economy of Malumfashi LGA
Agriculture, commerce, livestock, transportation, education and small-scale processing are important. Groundnut, cotton, millet, sorghum, maize and beans are among major agricultural products.
About Malumfashi LGA — Key Facts & Context
Malumfashi 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
Malumfashi LGA covers an area of approximately 674 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Malumfashi.
History of Malumfashi LGA Creation
Malumfashi 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.
Malumfashi LGA and Katsina State
As part of Katsina State in the North West geopolitical zone, Malumfashi 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 — Malumfashi LGA
What is Malumfashi LGA known for?
Malumfashi is one of the major commercial and agricultural centres of southern Katsina.
What is the headquarters of Malumfashi LGA?
The headquarters of Malumfashi LGA is Malumfashi, Katsina State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Malumfashi in Katsina State?
Malumfashi is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Malumfashi. The LGA covers an area of approximately 674 km².
What are the communities in Malumfashi LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Malumfashi LGA include: Malumfashi town, Dayi, Borini, Yari Bori and surrounding communities.
When was Malumfashi LGA created?
Malumfashi 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 Malumfashi LGA in Katsina State?
Malumfashi LGA covers an area of approximately 674 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Katsina State.
What is the population of Malumfashi LGA?
The estimated population of Malumfashi LGA is approximately 377981. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.