Abadam Local Government Area (LGA), with headquarters in Malam Fatori, is a key LGA in the Borno North Senatorial District of Borno State, Nigeria. Established in 1976, it spans a land area of approximately 3,989 square kilometers and has a population of about 100,065 (2006 census), with projections placing it at around 146,600 in 2022, giving a population density of 54 people per square kilometer.
Abadam’s economy revolves around fishing, livestock rearing, and subsistence farming, with millet, maize, and beans as staple crops. It is also known for trade with neighbouring Niger Republic. The postal code for Abadam is 602103, and it has geo-coordinates of approximately 13.437645° N latitude and 13.241588° E longitude.