Fakai

Fakai is a Local Government Area in Kebbi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Mahuta.

Fakai mahuta
LGA
Country	Nigeria
State	Kebbi State
Government
• Local Government Chairman	Muhammad Sarkin Fawa
Time zone	UTC+1 (WAT)

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]

Geography

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]

Economy

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]

Localities

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