Maradun Local Government Area
Maradun is an agricultural LGA in southern-western Zamfara.
Communities & Notable Areas in Maradun LGA
Maradun LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Maradun LGA
Maradun has long-standing connections with the Hausa communities and traditional political structures of Zamfara. It became one of the state's LGAs after the creation of Zamfara in 1996.
Geography of Maradun LGA
The area consists largely of savanna plains with farmland, grazing areas and seasonal streams.
Economy of Maradun LGA
Agriculture, livestock, trading and small-scale processing form the backbone of the local economy.
Notable People from Maradun LGA
Former Governor of Zamfara State and former federal lawmaker who represented Zamfara State in the House of Representatives.
1969About Maradun LGA — Key Facts & Context
Maradun 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
Maradun LGA covers an area of approximately 2,728 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Maradun.
Maradun LGA and Zamfara State
As part of Zamfara State in the North West geopolitical zone, Maradun 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 — Maradun LGA
What is Maradun LGA known for?
Maradun is an agricultural LGA in southern-western Zamfara.
What is the headquarters of Maradun LGA?
The headquarters of Maradun LGA is Maradun, Zamfara State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Maradun in Zamfara State?
Maradun is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Zamfara State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Maradun. The LGA covers an area of approximately 2,728 km².
What are the communities in Maradun LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Maradun LGA include: Maradun town, farming settlements, livestock areas and rural communities.
When was Maradun LGA created?
Maradun 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 Maradun LGA in Zamfara State?
Maradun LGA covers an area of approximately 2,728 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Zamfara State.
What is the population of Maradun LGA?
The estimated population of Maradun LGA is approximately 375486. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.