Rafi Local Government Area (LGA), with its headquarters in Kagara, lies within the Niger North Senatorial District. It was created in 1991 and covers an area of 3,829 square kilometers. The population of Rafi is about 186,118 (2006 census), with a projected population of 319,200 by 2022.
The economy is mainly agricultural, with significant cultivation of millet, maize, and rice. Rafi is also known for the famous Kagara Hill, a popular tourist destination.
Its postal code is 922101, and the geo-coordinates are 10.1843° N latitude and 6.2533° E longitude.