Loading AI tools
Fakai is a Local Government Area in Kebbi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Mahuta.
It has an area of 2,247 km2 and a population of 121,212 at the 2006 census.
The postal code of the area is 872.[1]
Fakai local government area spans across a total area of 2,247 square kilometers, characterized by two distinct seasons: a lengthy dry season and a brief rainy season. The average temperature in Fakai LGA is approximately 35 degrees Celsius, with humidity levels averaging around 22 percent.[2]
Agriculture serves as the primary occupation for the residents of Fakai LGA, with the cultivation of various crops like onions, rice, millet, and sorghum being a prevalent practice. Furthermore, the rearing of livestock such as cows, goats, and donkeys is also common in this area.[3]
Fakai Local Government Area thrives in trade, boasting several markets where a wide range of commodities are exchanged. The notable Fakai central market is among these bustling trading hubs.
Additionally, Fakai LGA is endowed with mineral resources, including gold, which has attracted several mining companies to the region, further contributing to its economic landscape.[4]
Towns, Areas, Villages under Fakai Local Government Area.[5][6][7]
Bajida
Bangu
Bullu
Birnin Tudu
D/Manddanau
Darmi
Garin Awwal
Garinisa
Gelle
Gulbin Kuka
Inga
Kangi
Kelle
Magaji Fakai
Mahuta
Makera
Marafa
Matseri
Maijarhula
Penin-Amana
Penin Gaba
Rini
Sabon Gari/ Yargede
Yarkofoji
Yelwa
Zussun
Wikiwand in your browser!
Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.
Every time you click a link to Wikipedia, Wiktionary or Wikiquote in your browser's search results, it will show the modern Wikiwand interface.
Wikiwand extension is a five stars, simple, with minimum permission required to keep your browsing private, safe and transparent.
