Local Government Area · Kano State

Rano

About

Rano is a town and Local Government Area in Kano State, Nigeria, and the headquarters of the Rano Emirate council. The Local Government Area covers an area of 520 square kilometres and had a population of 145,439 at the 2006 census.

History

Rano was one of the seven legitimate Hausa states (Hausa Bakwai) and according to tradition was founded by Zamna Kogi, a descendant of the legendary Bayajidda. During the reign of Yaji I (1349-85), the Kingdom of Kano conquered Rano and occupied it for two years, after which Rano continued to exist but never regained its sovereignty.

Source: Wikipedia: Rano

Key Facts

State

Kano State

Headquarters

Rano Emirate council

Chairman

Muhammad Ñaziru Yau

Area

520 km²

Population

145439