Nafada LGA, Gombe State

Nafada Local Government Area (LGA), with headquarters in Nafada Town, is located in the Gombe North Senatorial District. It was created in 1991 and covers an area of 1,586 square kilometers. Nafada has a population of around 140,185 people (2006 census), with an estimated population of 234,700 by 2022, giving it a population density of 327 people per square kilometer.The economy of Nafada is based on agriculture, particularly the cultivation of rice, maize, and beans. Nafada is known for its agricultural markets and vibrant cultural festivals. Nafada's postal code is 762103 and its geo-coordinates are 10.6789° N latitude and 11.2976° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN44,214,213,879.49
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN511,217,607.15
-11.2%
January 2026
NGN575,746,245.71
+3.8%
December 2025
NGN554,504,836.87
+13.4%
November 2025
NGN488,905,507.31
-12.5%
October 2025
NGN558,558,912.33
-3.8%
September 2025
NGN580,639,094.66
+0.0%

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