Sardauna Local Government Area
Sardauna contains much of the famous Mambilla Plateau and is one of Nigeria's most important highland agricultural and tourism areas.
Communities & Notable Areas in Sardauna LGA
Sardauna LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Sardauna LGA
Sardauna was created during the 1976 local government reforms. The area encompasses numerous Mambilla and other highland communities and is historically linked to the Mambilla region.
Geography of Sardauna LGA
The LGA is dominated by highlands, mountains, rolling grasslands and forest patches. It borders Cameroon and contains some of Nigeria's highest elevations.
Economy of Sardauna LGA
Tea, coffee, cattle, dairy, vegetables, potatoes, tourism and other highland agriculture dominate the economy.
Landmarks & Attractions in Sardauna LGA
Mambilla Plateau
The Mambilla Plateau is one of Nigeria's most spectacular highland landscapes. Located in southeastern Taraba, it is characterised by rolling grasslands, mountains, valleys, waterfalls and a cool climate. The plateau is also an important agricultural area known for cattle, tea and highland crops.
Chappal Waddi
Chappal Waddi, located in the Mambilla highlands, is widely recognised as Nigeria's highest mountain peak. The surrounding landscape is characterised by steep slopes, highland grasslands and dramatic mountain scenery.
Ngel Nyaki Forest Reserve
Ngel Nyaki Forest Reserve is a montane forest ecosystem on the Mambilla Plateau. It is important for biodiversity conservation and scientific research and contains rare plant and animal species.
Gembu
Gembu is the headquarters of Sardauna Local Government Area and one of the principal settlements on the Mambilla Plateau. Its cool highland climate, tea plantations, mountain scenery and proximity to the Cameroon border make it an important tourism destination.
Gembu Tea Plantation
The Gembu Tea Plantation is associated with commercial tea cultivation on the Mambilla Plateau. The high elevation and relatively cool climate provide suitable conditions for tea production.
About Sardauna LGA — Key Facts & Context
Sardauna 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
Sardauna LGA covers an area of approximately 4,750 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Gembu.
History of Sardauna LGA Creation
Sardauna 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.
Sardauna LGA and Taraba State
As part of Taraba State in the North East geopolitical zone, Sardauna 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 — Sardauna LGA
What is Sardauna LGA known for?
Sardauna contains much of the famous Mambilla Plateau and is one of Nigeria's most important highland agricultural and tourism areas.
What is the headquarters of Sardauna LGA?
The headquarters of Sardauna LGA is Gembu, Taraba State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Sardauna in Taraba State?
Sardauna is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Taraba State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Gembu. The LGA covers an area of approximately 4,750 km².
What are the communities in Sardauna LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Sardauna LGA include: Gembu, Mambilla Plateau, Chappal Waddi, Gembu Tea Plantation, Ngel Nyaki.
When was Sardauna LGA created?
Sardauna 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 Sardauna LGA in Taraba State?
Sardauna LGA covers an area of approximately 4,750 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Taraba State.
What is the population of Sardauna LGA?
The estimated population of Sardauna LGA is approximately 384000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.