Silame Local Government Area
Silame is situated along the Sokoto River and is part of the Sokoto North Senatorial District.
Communities & Notable Areas in Silame LGA
Silame LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Silame LGA
Silame's history is connected to the wider settlement and political networks of the Sokoto region. Its river location supported agriculture and settlement.
Geography of Silame LGA
The LGA contains riverine agricultural land together with Sudan Savannah vegetation and seasonal floodplains.
Economy of Silame LGA
Pepper, sorghum, beans, watermelon, onions, guineacorn, farming, trade and wood carving are important.
About Silame LGA — Key Facts & Context
Silame Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Sokoto 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
Silame LGA covers an area of approximately 738 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Silame.
History of Silame LGA Creation
Silame LGA was formally established in 1976 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.
Silame LGA and Sokoto State
As part of Sokoto State in the North West geopolitical zone, Silame LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Sokoto State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Silame LGA
What is Silame LGA known for?
Silame is situated along the Sokoto River and is part of the Sokoto North Senatorial District.
What is the headquarters of Silame LGA?
The headquarters of Silame LGA is Silame, Sokoto State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Silame in Sokoto State?
Silame is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Sokoto State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Silame. The LGA covers an area of approximately 738 km².
What are the communities in Silame LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Silame LGA include: Silame, Gande, Marafa, Maji, Labani, Katami, Kubodu.
When was Silame LGA created?
Silame LGA was created in 1976, making it approximately 50 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Silame LGA in Sokoto State?
Silame LGA covers an area of approximately 738 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Sokoto State.
What is the population of Silame LGA?
The estimated population of Silame LGA is approximately 206944. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.