Birnin Magaji, also known as Kiyaw, is a Local Government Area (LGA) located in the northern part of Zamfara State, Nigeria. The area derives its dual name from two primary locations: the town of Birnin Magaji and the town of Kiyaw to the south.
The administrative headquarters for the local government area are situated in the town of Birnin Magaji. It is geographically positioned at coordinates 12°33′00″N 6°49′00″E.