Shomgom L.G.A Of GOMBE State

Shongom Local Government Area (LGA), with headquarters in Shongom Town, lies within the Gombe North Senatorial District. It was created in 1991 and covers an area of 922 square kilometers. Shongom has a population of approximately 150,948 (2006 census), with a projected population of 252,800 by 2022, giving it a population density of 285 people per square kilometer.Shongom’s economy revolves around agriculture, with crops like maize, yam, and groundnut being produced. The LGA is known for its cultural festivals and traditional dances.
Shongom’s postal code is 770106, and its geo-coordinates are 10.4923° N latitude and 11.6723° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN44,662,826,182.39
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN458,879,357.10
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN444,722,967.36
-3.1%
March 2025
NGN412,183,125.80
-7.3%
February 2025
NGN437,096,653.81
+6.0%
January 2025
NGN463,681,330.73
+6.1%
November 2024
NGN427,277,638.08
-7.9%

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