Karasuwa Local Government Area
Karasuwa is located in northern Yobe and benefits from proximity to riverine and wetland environments.
Communities & Notable Areas in Karasuwa LGA
Karasuwa LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Karasuwa LGA
Karasuwa became an LGA within Yobe State after the state was created in 1991. Traditional institutions and agricultural communities remain important to local identity.
Geography of Karasuwa LGA
Karasuwa lies within the semi-arid northern landscape but contains areas influenced by river systems and seasonal wetlands.
Economy of Karasuwa LGA
Agriculture, fishing, irrigation farming, livestock and local trading are important economic activities.
About Karasuwa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Karasuwa Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Yobe 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
Karasuwa LGA covers an area of approximately 1,162 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Jajimaji.
History of Karasuwa LGA Creation
Karasuwa 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.
Karasuwa LGA and Yobe State
As part of Yobe State in the North East geopolitical zone, Karasuwa LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Yobe State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Karasuwa LGA
What is Karasuwa LGA known for?
Karasuwa is located in northern Yobe and benefits from proximity to riverine and wetland environments.
What is the headquarters of Karasuwa LGA?
The headquarters of Karasuwa LGA is Jajimaji, Yobe State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Karasuwa in Yobe State?
Karasuwa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Yobe State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Jajimaji. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,162 km².
What are the communities in Karasuwa LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Karasuwa LGA include: Jajimaji, Karasuwa, Kafiya and surrounding communities.
When was Karasuwa LGA created?
Karasuwa 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 Karasuwa LGA in Yobe State?
Karasuwa LGA covers an area of approximately 1,162 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Yobe State.
What is the population of Karasuwa LGA?
The estimated population of Karasuwa LGA is approximately 183123. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.