Gwoza L.G.A Of BORNO State

Gwoza Local Government Area (LGA), headquartered in Gwoza town, lies in the Borno South Senatorial District. The LGA was established in 1991 and covers an area of 3,586 square kilometers. It had a population of 276,568 in the 2006 census, with projections placing it at 405,200 in 2022, resulting in a density of 59 people per square kilometre.

Guzamala’s economy relies on farming and cattle rearing, with crops like millet, maize, and beans being prominent. The economy revolves around agriculture, trade, and craftsmanship, with a diverse cultural heritage. Gwoza is known for its scenic Mandara Mountains and the Gwoza Emirate Council, which serves as an important cultural and economic center, despite challenges posed by security issues. The postal code is 610106, with geo-coordinates of 11.103590 ° N latitude and 13.712980 ° E longitude.


FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN60,856,814,027.96
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN586,277,183.48
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN576,329,422.76
-1.7%
March 2025
NGN553,612,905.19
-3.9%
February 2025
NGN579,065,167.67
+4.6%
January 2025
NGN611,680,807.85
+5.6%
November 2024
NGN582,142,988.30
-4.8%

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