Katsina State

Katsina State nicknamed “Home of Hospitality” was formed in 1987 from part of Kaduna State. It is not only the cultural pacesetter of the region; it is also birthplace of the seven historic Hausa states that form the nucleus of what is today Northwest Nigeria. The State is bounded in the East by Kano State, in the West by Sokoto State, in the South by Kaduna State and in the North by the Niger Republic.

Katsina State Snapshot

  • Area around 24,192 sq km.
  • Local Government Areas: 34 LGAs
  • Population: 8,315,581 (Male- 4,240,946 and Female- 4,074,635)
  • Vegetation: Tropical Savannah
  • Major crops: Cotton, Sorghum, Sugarcane, Tomato, Soybean, Onion.
  • Solid minerals: Basalt, Diamonds, Feldspar, Granite, Graphite, Gold, Iron-Ore, Kaolin, Manganese, Nickel, Uranium.
  • GDP (PPP) of USD 6,022 million and GDP per capita of USD 1,017 in 2010
  • Important place for sub-saharan trade due to its proximity with Niger Republic
  • Large 2.4 million hectares of cultivable land
  • Katsina State is the largest cotton producer in the country.
  • Major source of grains to industries located in other parts of the country and international markets
  • Availability of huge & efficient workforce
  • Tropical continental climate with high mean annual temperature slightly above 27 degree Celsius.

SERVICES

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    Zakkat Collection and Distribution

    We collect Zakkat contributions from eligible individuals and distribute them to deserving beneficiaries, aiming to alleviate poverty and empower communities.

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    Waqaf Management

    We manage Waqaf properties and assets, utilizing them for charitable purposes such as education, healthcare, and social welfare, to benefit the people of Katsina State.

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    Zakkat Education and Awareness:

    We provide educational resources and conduct awareness campaigns to promote understanding of Zakkat and Waqaf principles, encouraging active participation and generosity within the community.

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    Financial Assistance Programs

    We offer financial assistance programs to support entrepreneurship, education, healthcare, and other vital needs, ensuring equitable access to opportunities for all residents of Katsina State.

Our Mission is to Collect Zakkat contributions and empower communitiesby alleviating poverty

Our mission is to improve the standard of living of the citizens of Katsina State through the establishment of effective and efficient institutions for the administration of Zakaat and Waqaf. We aim to inspire socio-economic development and foster social justice through transparent and equitable management of Zakaat and Waqaf resources.

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NEWS & INSIGHTS

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