Gummi Local Government Area
Gummi is located in western Zamfara and has important agricultural and river-related economic activities.
Communities & Notable Areas in Gummi LGA
Gummi LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Gummi LGA
Gummi is one of the historic administrative areas of western Zamfara. Its communities were administered under the larger Sokoto political structure before the creation of Zamfara State.
Geography of Gummi LGA
The landscape contains savanna vegetation, cultivated fields and riverine areas associated with seasonal and permanent water channels.
Economy of Gummi LGA
Farming, livestock, fishing, trading and small-scale processing are important sources of livelihood.
About Gummi LGA — Key Facts & Context
Gummi Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Zamfara 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
Gummi LGA covers an area of approximately 2,610 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Gummi.
Gummi LGA and Zamfara State
As part of Zamfara State in the North West geopolitical zone, Gummi LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Zamfara State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Gummi LGA
What is Gummi LGA known for?
Gummi is located in western Zamfara and has important agricultural and river-related economic activities.
What is the headquarters of Gummi LGA?
The headquarters of Gummi LGA is Gummi, Zamfara State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Gummi in Zamfara State?
Gummi is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Zamfara State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Gummi. The LGA covers an area of approximately 2,610 km².
What are the communities in Gummi LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Gummi LGA include: Gummi town, riverine areas, agricultural communities and rural settlements.
When was Gummi LGA created?
Gummi LGA was established during Nigeria's local government reform exercises, as part of the process of creating the current 774 LGAs across Nigeria.
How large is Gummi LGA in Zamfara State?
Gummi LGA covers an area of approximately 2,610 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Zamfara State.
What is the population of Gummi LGA?
The estimated population of Gummi LGA is approximately 374356. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.