Dekina is a local government area in Kogi State, Nigeria on the A233 highway in the Middle Belt area at . The northeasterly line of equal latitude and longitude passes through the southeast of the LGA.

It has an area of and a population of 260,312 at the 2006 census.HASC, population, area and Headquarters Statoids

The postal code of the area is 272.

Climatic Condition With a year-round temperature range of to and a wet season marked by overcast skies and a dry season marked by humid skies, the climate is hot and oppressive. Economy Dekina Local Government Area is home to a variety of crops, including cocoyam, cassava, and yam. Numerous mineral mines and trade, with multiple markets in the area where a wide range of commodities are bought and sold, are two other significant economic activity in the area. References

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