Gubio Local Government Area (LGA), headquartered in Gubio town, is located in the Borno North Senatorial District. Established in 1991, Gubio spans 2,759 square kilometres, and the 2006 census recorded a population of 151,286, projected to be around 221,700 by 2022, translating to a population density of 96 people per square kilometre.
The economy is primarily based on agriculture, including crop cultivation like millet, sorghum, and beans and livestock herding, which suits the semi-arid climate. Gubio is known for its traditional festivals and the strength of its pastoralist communities. Gubio hosts several weekly markets that attract traders from nearby areas. The postal code for Gubio is 602102, with geo-coordinates around 12.645000 ° N latitude and 12.714800 ° E longitude.