Gbako Local Government Area
Gbako is an agricultural LGA in the southern part of Niger State.
Communities & Notable Areas in Gbako LGA
Gbako LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Gbako LGA
Gbako developed as an administrative area within Niger State's local government system. Traditional communities and agricultural settlements remain central to its local identity.
Geography of Gbako LGA
The landscape consists mainly of savanna and cultivated land, with seasonal streams and drainage channels supporting agriculture.
Economy of Gbako LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grain trading and small-scale commerce are the main economic activities.
About Gbako LGA — Key Facts & Context
Gbako Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Niger 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
Gbako LGA covers an area of approximately 1,913 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Lemu.
History of Gbako LGA Creation
Gbako 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.
Gbako LGA and Niger State
As part of Niger State in the North Central geopolitical zone, Gbako LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Niger State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Gbako LGA
What is Gbako LGA known for?
Gbako is an agricultural LGA in the southern part of Niger State.
What is the headquarters of Gbako LGA?
The headquarters of Gbako LGA is Lemu, Niger State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Gbako in Niger State?
Gbako is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Niger State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Lemu. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,913 km².
What are the communities in Gbako LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Gbako LGA include: Lemu, Gbako communities, agricultural settlements and rural markets.
When was Gbako LGA created?
Gbako 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 Gbako LGA in Niger State?
Gbako LGA covers an area of approximately 1,913 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Niger State.
What is the population of Gbako LGA?
The estimated population of Gbako LGA is approximately 241000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.