Barnawa
Barnawa | |
|---|---|
Suburb | |
Aliyu Makama Road by Narayi Junction Barnawa Kaduna | |
Barnawa | |
| Coordinates: 10°28′15.6″N 7°27′02.5″E / 10.471000°N 7.450694°E[1] | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| State | Kaduna State |
| LGA | Kaduna South |
| City | Kaduna |
| Government | |
| • Type | Ward |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (WAT) |
| Postal code | 800 |
| Climate | Aw |
Barnawa is an Administrative subdivisions Kaduna South Local Government[2] situated within the Kaduna metropolitan area.[3] of southern Kaduna State in the North West region of Nigeria.[4] The postal code of the area is 800242.[5][6]
Localities
Barnawa includes several residential clusters and estates:
- Chalawa – A mixed-use area with mechanic workshops and small businesses.[7]
- Shagari Low-cost – A government-developed housing estate named after President Shehu Shagari.[8]
Education
Barnawa hosts several notable schools, ranging from public secondary institutions to private international academies:
- Government Secondary School, Barnawa – A public school known for its participation in digital literacy programs.[9]
- Great Panaf Schools – A private school offering nursery to secondary education.[10]
- Kadwell International Schools – Known for high performance in national exams.[11]
- Danbo International School – A long-established institution with strong extracurricular programs.[12]
Economy
Barnawa is known for several commercial activities ranging across shopping malls, night clubs, transport, and agricultural production, all of which provide job opportunities for the population in the state.[13]
Geography
Barnawa is situated at an elevation of approximately 437 meters (1,437 feet) above sea level.[14] It shares boundaries with Narayi, Television, and Sabon Tasha districts. The area is accessible via Aliyu Makama Road, which connects it to major parts of Kaduna city.
Nightlife
Barnawa is known for its lively nightlife, offering a range of entertainment options from local bars to upscale lounges. The area attracts both residents and visitors seeking relaxation after work hours. Popular spots include viewing centers, music lounges, and nightclubs catering to diverse tastes.[15]
References
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- ^ Amos (2025-08-13). "CP orders probe into alleged killing by anti-narcotic officer in Kaduna". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2025-08-23.
- ^ "Mindat.org". www.mindat.org. Retrieved 2025-08-23.
- ^ "PostCode !". www.nipost.gov.ng. Archived from the original on 2009-10-07. Retrieved 2025-08-23.
- ^ "Search Result - barnawa Kaduna - Page 1 - Nigeria Postcode". www.nigeriapostcode.com. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ "Coronavirus: Kaduna mechanics resort to home-services". Retrieved 7 September 2025.
- ^ "51-year-old allegedly rapes teenage girl in Kaduna". Retrieved 7 September 2025.
- ^ "EWEI Empowers 50 Girls With Digital Gadgets". Retrieved 7 September 2025.
- ^ "WAEC stops Kaduna students from writing exams". Retrieved 7 September 2025.
- ^ "2024 UTME: Encomiums as two Kaduna-based schools celebrate high scorers". Retrieved 7 September 2025.
- ^ "13 primary schools for athletics competition in Kaduna". Retrieved 7 September 2025.
- ^ "Kaduna State - Special Agro Industrial Processing Zones Program". 2023-11-15. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
- ^ "Maps, Weather, Videos, and Airports for Barnawa, Nigeria". Retrieved 7 September 2025.
- ^ Brata, Dwija Wisnu; Purnomo, Welly; Nofandi, Achmad (2024-03-16). "Ekstraksi Ulasan Pelanggan Restoran dalam Menggali Aspek Layanan pada Google Review dan Tripadvisor sebagai Faktor Peningkatan Kualitas". Jurnal Ilmiah Teknologi Informasi Asia. 18 (1): 33–47. doi:10.32815/jitika.v18i1.1001. ISSN 2580-8397.
External links
Media related to Barnawa, Kaduna at Wikimedia Commons