Kolokuma/opokuma LGA, Bayelsa State

Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area is situated in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, with its headquarters in the town of Kaiama. It is part of the Bayelsa Central Senatorial District. Kolokuma/Opokuma had a population of 79,266 in 2006, which has grown to a projected 118,000 in 2022. The area covers 357 square kilometres, with a population density of approximately 330.5 people per square kilometre . Its geographical coordinates are 5°08′N 6°18′E. The economy of Kolokuma/Opokuma thrives on fishing, supported by its rich rivers and tributaries. Trade is also significant, with markets such as the Odi Main Market serving as commercial hubs for various commodities. Farming remains vital, with crops like cassava, banana, and plantain widely cultivated. Kolokuma/Opokuma is also home to the Bayelsa National Forest, a densely forested region, and features water bodies like the Efi Lake, contributing to its natural beauty . The postal code for the area is 560102.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN42,728,961,099.81
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN735,636,551.64
-23.8%
January 2026
NGN965,076,030.19
+54.0%
December 2025
NGN626,642,305.82
+14.9%
November 2025
NGN545,326,121.37
-12.4%
October 2025
NGN622,347,118.48
+8.1%
September 2025
NGN575,870,960.79
+0.0%

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