Anka

Anka Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the 14 LGAs in Zamfara State, located in the Northwestern geopolitical zone of Nigeria. The administrative center is the town of Anka, which is also the seat of the Emir of Anka, the traditional ruler of the area. Anka LGA includes several towns and villages, such as Bagega, Tangar Daji, Kawaye, and Wuya.

Anka is noted for gold mining. Human Rights Watch indicated that more than 4000 children were found to be infected with lead poisoning as a result of illegal gold mining activities in the communities of Anka and Bukkuyun in Zamfara state. Over the past two years, the disease has killed more than 400 children in the state.

Demographics:

Ethnic Groups: The dominant ethnic groups in Anka are the Hausa and Fulani.
Languages: The primary languages spoken are Hausa and Fufulde.
Religion: Islam is the predominant religion in the region.

Landmarks:

Federal Government College Anka
Emir of Anka’s Palace

Geography:

Total Area: 2,746 km²
Average Temperature: 38°C (100.4°F)
Wind Speed: 11 km/h on average
Humidity: Approximately 13%

Economy:

Anka’s economy is largely based on:

Agriculture: The cultivation of grains and groundnuts is common.
Mining: The region is rich in natural resources like lead and gold, and mining activities, especially for gold, are significant contributors to the local economy.

Anka LGA plays a crucial role in both the agricultural and mining sectors of Zamfara State, with its natural resources being vital to the area’s economic activities.