Zango Local Government Area
Zango is a northern agricultural LGA with communities spread across savanna farmland.
Communities & Notable Areas in Zango LGA
Zango LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Zango LGA
Geography of Zango LGA
Economy of Zango LGA
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.
About Zango LGA — Key Facts & Context
Zango 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
Zango LGA covers an area of approximately 602 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Zango.
History of Zango LGA Creation
Zango 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.
Zango LGA and Katsina State
As part of Katsina State in the North West geopolitical zone, Zango 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 — Zango LGA
What is Zango LGA known for?
Zango is a northern agricultural LGA with communities spread across savanna farmland.
What is the headquarters of Zango LGA?
The headquarters of Zango LGA is Zango, Katsina State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Zango in Katsina State?
Zango is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Zango. The LGA covers an area of approximately 602 km².
What are the communities in Zango LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Zango LGA include: Zango town, Dargage, Kagara, Gidan Mutum Daya and surrounding communities.
When was Zango LGA created?
Zango 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 Zango LGA in Katsina State?
Zango LGA covers an area of approximately 602 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Katsina State.
What is the population of Zango LGA?
The estimated population of Zango LGA is approximately 322473. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.