Rimi

Rimi local government area is found in Katsina state, North-west geopolitical zone of Nigeria with the headquarters of the LGA residing in the town of Rimi. Towns and villages that make up Rimi LGA include Fardami, Magama, Tzegero, Rimi, Masabo, Karare, Eka, and Abukar. The estimated population of Rimi LGA is put at 183, 098 inhabitants with the area mostly populated by members of the Fulani ethnic group. The fudfulde language is commonly spoken in the LGA while the religion of Islam is extensively practiced in the area. Notable landmarks in Rimi LGA include the Katsina wind farm with the area being a part of the Katsina Emirate.

GEOGRAPHY OF RIMI

Rimi LGA occupies a total area of 452 square kilometres and has an average temperature of 34 degrees centigrade. The LGA witnesses two distinct seasons which are the dry and the rainy seasons with the dry seasons lasting for longer periods of the calendar year than the rainy seasons.

ECONOMY OF RIMI

Rimi LGA is a hub for the rearing and sales of a variety of domestic animals such as cows, horses, camels, goats, and rams. The LGA also has a rich agricultural heritage with the area known for the cultivation of a number of crops such as millet, sugarcane, and rice. Other important economic activities undertaken by people of Rimi LGA include trade, crafts making, pottery, and hunting.

HISTORY OF RIMI

Rimi LGA was created in the year 1991.