Gwiwa L.G.A Of JIGAWA State

Created in 1992, Gwiwa Local Government Area (LGA) is located in Jigawa North-West Senatorial District, with its headquarters in the town of Gwiwa. The LGA includes several towns and villages, such as Buntusu, Shafe, Guntai, Darina, Korau, Daabi, Yola, and Korayel . Spanning an area of 450 km², Gwiwa LGA had a population of 128,730 at the 2006 census, projected to reach 221,400 in 2022 with a population density of 502.3/km² . The area is arable and fertile, with land predominantly composed of the Katsina basic complex to the north, and traces of sand dunes found in the southern part . Gwiwa LGA is known for the cultivation of various crops, while also serving as a hub for animal rearing, including camels and horses. The LGA is home to several markets, such as the Furji market, where a wide range of commodities are bought and sold. In addition to farming and trade, other important economic activities in Gwiwa include pottery, hunting, and craftsmanship . The postal code for the area is 705 .

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN43,342,301,796.89
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN428,107,365.79
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN418,812,917.82
-2.2%
March 2025
NGN402,105,779.21
-4.0%
February 2025
NGN425,793,947.90
+5.9%
January 2025
NGN442,491,820.56
+3.9%
November 2024
NGN420,963,721.23
-4.9%

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