Kurmi Local Government Area
Kurmi is a heavily forested southern-central LGA bordering Cameroon and is noted for agriculture, timber and natural resources.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kurmi LGA
Kurmi LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kurmi LGA
Kurmi was created as a Local Government Area in 1996. The area contains several indigenous communities and has strong historical links with the forested southern part of Taraba.
Geography of Kurmi LGA
Kurmi is characterised by forests, hills, rivers and fertile agricultural land. It shares an international boundary with Cameroon.
Economy of Kurmi LGA
Agriculture, cocoa, timber, livestock and ecotourism are important. Bananas, plantains, rice, groundnut, oranges and cocoa are cultivated.
About Kurmi LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kurmi Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Taraba 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
Kurmi LGA covers an area of approximately 4,353 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Baissa.
History of Kurmi LGA Creation
Kurmi LGA was formally established in 1996 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.
Kurmi LGA and Taraba State
As part of Taraba State in the North East geopolitical zone, Kurmi LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Taraba State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Kurmi LGA
What is Kurmi LGA known for?
Kurmi is a heavily forested southern-central LGA bordering Cameroon and is noted for agriculture, timber and natural resources.
What is the headquarters of Kurmi LGA?
The headquarters of Kurmi LGA is Baissa, Taraba State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kurmi in Taraba State?
Kurmi is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Taraba State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Baissa. The LGA covers an area of approximately 4,353 km².
What are the communities in Kurmi LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kurmi LGA include: Baissa, Bissaula, Bente, Didan, Njuwande, Mayo Selbe.
When was Kurmi LGA created?
Kurmi LGA was created in 1996, making it approximately 30 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Kurmi LGA in Taraba State?
Kurmi LGA covers an area of approximately 4,353 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Taraba State.
What is the population of Kurmi LGA?
The estimated population of Kurmi LGA is approximately 156300. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.