Kajuru – A Land of Rich Culture
Kajuru Local Government Area is one of the key LGAs in southern Kaduna, known for its agricultural strength and vibrant local communities.
About Kajuru
General Information
Kajuru (Adara: Ajure) Local Government Area is located in the southern region of Kaduna State, Nigeria. The administrative headquarters is Kajuru town.[reference:0]
The area was carved out of Chikun Local Government Area in March 1997 by the military administration of General Sani Abacha.[reference:1] The major ethnic group is the Adara (also known as Kadara by the Hausa), alongside other groups including Gbagyi, Hausa, Fulani, Yoruba, and Igbo.[reference:2]
Agriculture is the dominant economic activity, with crops such as maize, millet, sorghum, groundnuts, okro, and sugar-cane cultivated across the LGA. The area spans 2,229 km² and had a population of 109,810 at the 2006 census.[reference:3][reference:4]
Read MoreMessage from the Chairman
Executive Chairman: Hon. Dauda Madaki
Welcome to the official website of Kajuru Local Government Area. Our administration remains committed to improving infrastructure, education, healthcare, and economic development across our communities.
Kajuru is blessed with fertile land and hardworking citizens who play an important role in agricultural production within Kaduna State. In 2025, we launched the distribution of free fertilizer to farmers, with 4,000 bags allocated to support food production across the LGA.[reference:5]
Through transparency, community participation, and effective governance, we aim to build a prosperous future for all residents of Kajuru.
Agriculture – Backbone of Kajuru
Maize Farming
Staple Crop
Maize is widely cultivated across Kajuru communities and serves as a staple food and major agricultural product.
Ginger Farming
Major Cash Crop
Kajuru farmers contribute to Kaduna State's strong ginger production, which is widely exported and traded. Food and cash crop production remain key economic drivers.[reference:6]
Livestock Rearing
Animal Husbandry
Livestock such as cattle, goats, sheep, and poultry are raised across rural communities within Kajuru LGA, alongside poultry trading and crafts making.[reference:7]