Adamawa State is projected to have a population of approximately 5.2 million people by 2025. This marks a 6% increase from the 2022 estimate of 4.9 million. The steady population growth is primarily driven by natural factors such as birth rates, which continue to outpace mortality rates. Additionally, urbanization and migration patterns have contributed to this upward trend, making Adamawa one of the fastest-growing states in Nigeria.
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How Has Adamawa State’s Population Evolved Over Time?
Adamawa State’s population has experienced significant growth over the decades. The first census conducted after the state’s creation in 1991 recorded a population of 2,102,053. This number rose dramatically to 3,178,950 by 2006, reflecting a 51% increase over 15 years. The 2006 census also provided valuable insights into the gender distribution, revealing a near-equal split between males (1,606,101) and females (1,561,978).
By 2016, the population had surged to approximately 4.25 million, a 34% increase from the 2006 figures. This growth was fueled by factors such as improved healthcare, which reduced infant mortality rates, and increased economic activities that attracted migrants. Projections for 2022 estimated the population at 4,902,100, and by 2025, it is expected to reach 5.2 million, representing a 6% growth over three years.
Adamawa State Population Distribution by Local Government Areas
Adamawa State is divided into 21 Local Government Areas (LGAs), each with its unique population dynamics. Below is the projected population distribution for these LGAs in 2025:
No
Local Government Area
Population Projection (2025)
1
Demsa
293,175
2
Fufore
344,800
3
Ganye
280,300
4
Girei
213,500
5
Gombi
243,300
6
Guyuk
290,800
7
Hong
279,400
8
Jada
277,300
9
Lamurde
183,800
10
Madagali
222,500
11
Maiha
181,500
12
Mayo-Belwa
251,300
13
Michika
255,300
14
Mubi North
244,800
15
Mubi South
213,500
16
Numan
150,300
17
Shelleng
244,300
18
Song
321,800
19
Toungo
85,800
20
Yola North
328,700
21
Yola South
323,500
Demographic Breakdown of Adamawa State in 2025
Age Distribution
Age Group
Percentage
Estimated Population
0-14 years
45%
2,340,000
15-64 years
50%
2,600,000
65 years & older
5%
260,000
Gender Distribution
Gender
Percentage
Population Estimate
Female
51%
2,652,000
Male
49%
2,548,000
Ethnic Composition
Ethnic Group
Major Groups in the State
Fulani
Predominant ethnic groups in both rural and urban areas.
Bachama/Bata (Bwatiye)
Found mainly in Numan and Lamurde LGAs.
Huba (Kilba)
Primarily in Hong LGA.
Longuda
Found in Guyuk and Shelleng LGAs.
Margi
Predominantly in Madagali and Michika LGAs.
Higgi
Found in Michika and Mubi areas.
Hausa
Scattered across the state, especially in urban centers.
Mumuye
Found in Mayo-Belwa and Jada LGAs.
Bura
Found in Gombi and Song LGAs.
Religious Composition
Religion
Percentage
Sunni Muslims
50%
Christians
40%
Urban and Rural Population
Area
Percentage
Population Estimate
Urban
26%
1,352,000
Rural
74%
3,848,000
Socioeconomic Factors
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