Rimin Gado



Rimin Gado is a Local Government Area (LGA) and town in Kano State, northern Nigeria. It lies approximately 20 km west of Kano city and is known for its agricultural activity, rural markets, and developing infrastructure.

Understand

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Rim Gado has a population of approximately 170,000 on 2022 estimate. The residents in Rimin Gado are predominantly Hausa and Fulani, and their main occupations include farming, livestock rearing, and small-scale trading.

Get in

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The town is accessible by road from Kano city. Taxis and commercial buses keke napep and minibuses run frequently from various parts of Kano to Rimin Gado.

By road

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From Kano city, take the western route through Kofar Ruwa. The journey by road takes about 30–40 minutes It will take you to the town of Rimin Gado.

Get around

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Motorcycles (okada) and tricycles are the main forms of transport within the town. Walking is also common for short distance.

See

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  • Rimin Gado Dam - A small dam that serves as a water source for irrigation and domestic use.
  • Local Markets – Visit the traditional open-air markets where local produce and crafts are sold.

Do

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Take a walk around nearby villages and interact with locals. Participate in local farming activities during planting or harvest season.

Buy

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  1. Local produce such as groundnuts, beans, onions.
  2. Handcrafted items or Hausa caps (hula).

Eat

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Local dishes such as:

Tuwo da miyan kuka,

Fura da nono, and waina can be found in small canteens or family homes.

Drink

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Sleep

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Connect

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Mobile networks: Major Nigerian networks such as MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9mobile are available in Rimin Gado,

Go next

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Kano city: Just about 35 km away,

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