Suru Local Government Area
Suru is an agriculturally important LGA in central Kebbi.
Communities & Notable Areas in Suru LGA
Suru LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Suru LGA
Suru was created in 1991 from parts of the older Bunza administrative area. Dakingari developed as the administrative headquarters and an important agricultural settlement.
Geography of Suru LGA
The LGA is dominated by savanna plains and cultivated land. Floodplain and irrigation agriculture are particularly important for rice and other crops.
Economy of Suru LGA
Rice, wheat, millet, sorghum, maize, livestock and irrigation farming are important economic activities.
Notable People from Suru LGA
Governor of Kebbi State from 2007 to 2015.
1954About Suru LGA — Key Facts & Context
Suru Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Kebbi 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
Suru LGA covers an area of approximately 1,349 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Dakingari.
History of Suru LGA Creation
Suru LGA was formally established in 1991 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.
Suru LGA and Kebbi State
As part of Kebbi State in the North West geopolitical zone, Suru LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Kebbi State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Suru LGA
What is Suru LGA known for?
Suru is an agriculturally important LGA in central Kebbi.
What is the headquarters of Suru LGA?
The headquarters of Suru LGA is Dakingari, Kebbi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Suru in Kebbi State?
Suru is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kebbi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Dakingari. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,349 km².
What are the communities in Suru LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Suru LGA include: Dakingari, Suru town, agricultural settlements and rice-growing communities.
When was Suru LGA created?
Suru LGA was created in 1991, making it approximately 35 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Suru LGA in Kebbi State?
Suru LGA covers an area of approximately 1,349 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kebbi State.
What is the population of Suru LGA?
The estimated population of Suru LGA is approximately 291915. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.