Yorro

About Yorro Local Government Area (L.G.A)

Yorro local government area is situated in Taraba state, North-central geopolitical zone of Nigeria. The headquarters of the LGA are in the town of Pantisawa and the LGA hosts several towns and villages which include Demba, Sumbu, Kakware, Manzalana, Lanko, Lapu, Pantisawa, Mbang, and Pupule. The estimated population of Yorro LGA is put at 180,713 inhabitants with the area predominantly occupied by members of the Mumuye tribal division. The Mumuye language is commonly spoken in the LGA while the religions of Christianity and Islam are widely practiced in the area. Popular festivals held in Yorro LGA include the Mantau and Javah festivals while the notable landmarks in the area include the Government Day Secondary School Pantisawa and the Yorro Referral Hospital.


GEOGRAPHY OF YORRO

Yorro LGA occupies a total area of 1,275 square kilometres and has an average temperature of 29 degrees centigrade. The LGA has substantial forest reserves and hosts a number of hills and elevations. The wind speed in Yorro LGA is at an estimated average of 10 km/h.


ECONOMY OF YORRO

Yorro LGA has a vibrant agricultural sector with the area known for the cultivation of a number of crops such as maize, millet, salads, onions, and vegetables. Trade also blossoms in the LGA with the area hosting a number of markets where a variety of commodities are bought and sold. Other important economic activities that take place in Yorro LGA include hunting, animal rearing, and crafts making.

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