Machina Local Government Area
Machina is a northern Yobe LGA located close to the Niger Republic border and is associated with the historic Machina Emirate.
Communities & Notable Areas in Machina LGA
Machina LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Machina LGA
Machina has a long traditional history and developed as an important settlement in the northern Sahel. The Machina Emirate remains an important cultural institution.
Geography of Machina LGA
Machina has a predominantly dry Sahelian landscape. Rainfall is limited, making livestock and drought-resistant crops particularly important.
Economy of Machina LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grain production, local commerce and cross-border trade are important activities.
About Machina LGA — Key Facts & Context
Machina 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
Machina LGA covers an area of approximately 1,213 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Machina.
History of Machina LGA Creation
Machina 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.
Machina LGA and Yobe State
As part of Yobe State in the North East geopolitical zone, Machina 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 — Machina LGA
What is Machina LGA known for?
Machina is a northern Yobe LGA located close to the Niger Republic border and is associated with the historic Machina Emirate.
What is the headquarters of Machina LGA?
The headquarters of Machina LGA is Machina, Yobe State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Machina in Yobe State?
Machina is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Yobe State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Machina. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,213 km².
What are the communities in Machina LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Machina LGA include: Machina town, Dole, Tagali and surrounding communities.
When was Machina LGA created?
Machina 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 Machina LGA in Yobe State?
Machina LGA covers an area of approximately 1,213 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Yobe State.
What is the population of Machina LGA?
The estimated population of Machina LGA is approximately 105856. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.