Makurdi L.G.A Of BENUE State

Makurdi Local Government Area, with its headquarters in Makurdi Town, serves as the state capital and is located in the Benue North-West Senatorial District. Established in 1927, it covers an area of about 937.4 square kilometers. Makurdi had a population of 300,377 (2006 census), projected to reach 433,700 in 2022, giving it a density of 562 people per square kilometer. Makurdi is a key administrative and commercial hub, with agriculture (notably cassava, maize, and soybeans) and trade playing significant roles. It is home to Benue State University, Federal University of Agriculture, and notable landmarks like the Benue River Bridge and Aper Aku Stadium. The postal code for Makurdi is 970211, and its geo-coordinates are approximately 7.7305° N latitude and 8.5361° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN60,039,574,096.81
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN592,014,457.55
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN587,009,917.92
-0.8%
March 2025
NGN545,542,133.24
-7.1%
February 2025
NGN615,162,299.01
+12.8%
January 2025
NGN609,737,538.52
-0.9%
November 2024
NGN571,429,314.37
-6.3%

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