Matazu

Matazu is a Local Government Area in Katsina State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is located in the town of Matazu.

Matazu
LGA
Matazu is located in Nigeria
Matazu
Matazu
Location in Nigeria
Coordinates: 12°14′N 7°40′E
Country Nigeria
StateKatsina State
established1991
Government
 • ChairmanAbdu Danshehu Matazu
Area
 • Total503 km2 (194 sq mi)
Population
 (2006 census)
 • Total115,325
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)
3-digit postal code prefix
833
ISO 3166 codeNG.KT.MZ

It has an area of 503 km2 and a population of 115,325 at the 2006 census.

The postal code of the area is 833.[1]

Districts and Villages

Sayaya

Mazoji

Kogari

Karaduwa

Gwarjo

Dissi

Matazu

Dan-Kwari

Gidan-Dangata

Gidan-Karo

Gyazawa

Jataka

Jumawa

Karmatako

Rinjin-Gora

Rinjin-Idi

Sabon Garin Matazu

Tashar Gurgu[2]

Geography

Matazu Local Government Area encompasses an entire expanse of 503 square kilometers and maintains an average temperature of 33 degrees Celsius. This region experiences two well-defined seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The annual precipitation in Matazu Local Government Area is estimated at 900 millimeters of rainfall, and the average wind speed in the area is approximately 10 kilometers per hour.[3]

Economy

Commerce thrives in Matazu Local Government Area, featuring several markets, including the well-known Mazoji market, where a diverse array of goods is traded. Agriculture is also a significant endeavor in Matazu Local Government Area, known for the cultivation of a wide range of crops. Additionally, other essential economic activities in Matazu Local Government Area encompass animal rearing and pottery.[5]

References
  1. "Post Offices- with map of LGA". NIPOST. Archived from the original on 2009-10-07. Retrieved 2009-10-20.
  2. "Matazu Local Government Area". www.finelib.com. Retrieved 2023-10-26.
  3. "Matazu Local Government Area". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 2023-10-26.
  4. "Matazu Local Government Area". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 2023-10-26.
  5. "Matazu Local Government Area". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 2023-10-26.


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