Nkanu East LGA, Enugu State

Nkanu East Local Government Area is situated in Enugu State in the southeast geopolitical zone, with its headquarters in Amagunze. It belongs to the Enugu East senatorial zone. The area covers approximately 811.2 km². Nkanu East had a population of 153,591 in 2006, with a projected figure of about 220,400 by 2022.The economy of Nkanu East is largely driven by agriculture, with residents cultivating crops like yam, cassava, and vegetables. The area also hosts vibrant local markets that contribute to its economy like the Ugbawka main market. Notable festivals celebrated in the LGA are the Ani onwa ano and Oruku festivals.The postal code for Nkanu East LGA is 402, and its coordinates are: 6°20′N 7°39′E

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN45,823,099,430.75
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN507,448,571.70
-12.9%
January 2026
NGN582,467,712.88
+1.2%
December 2025
NGN575,354,394.36
+9.1%
November 2025
NGN527,369,748.44
-10.3%
October 2025
NGN588,151,096.87
-2.7%
September 2025
NGN604,547,959.21
+0.0%

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