Wasagu/danko

Wasagu Danko local government area is found in Kebbi state, North-west geopolitical enclave of Nigeria. The headquarters of the LGA are in the town of Ribah and the LGA is made up of several towns and villages such as Bena, Ribah, Haggi, Tungar Bichi, Jambadi, Shadadi, Kawo, Tuburku, and Unguwar Kawa. The population of Wasagu/Danko LGA is estimated to be around 249,841 inhabitants with the area primarily occupied by members of the Hausa/Fulani ethnic group. The Hausa language is commonly spoken in the LGA while the religion of Islam is widely practiced in the area. Wasagu/Danko LGA is a part of the prestigious Zuru Emirate and has a number of notable landmarks which include the Wasagu/Danko General Hospital.

GEOGRAPHY OF WASAGU/DANKO

Wasagu /Danko LGA occupies a total area of 4016 square kilometres and has an average temperature of 34 degrees centigrade. The LGA witnesses two distinct seasons which are the rainy and the dry seasons with the dry seasons in the area usually characterized by very hot weather.

ECONOMY OF WASAGU/DANKO

Farming is a major economic activity in Wasagu/Danko LGA with crops such as sorghum, millet, rice, and beans grown in the LGA. A number of animals such as cows, camels, and donkeys are also reared and sold in the LGA. Other important economic activities engaged in by the people of Wasaku/Danko LGA include fishing, trade, and crafts making.