Kaugama L.G.A Of JIGAWA State

Kaugama Local Government Area (LGA) is located in Jigawa North-East Senatorial District, with its headquarters in the town of Kaugama. The LGA includes towns and villages such as Dakayawa, Hadin, Yalo, Kaugama, Marki, Dabora, Jarkasa, and Garin Gabas . Spanning an area of 829.7 km², the population was recorded at 128,981 in the 2006 census and projected to reach 221,800 in 2022 with a population density of 267.3/km² . Agriculture plays a vital role in Kaugama's economy, with various crops cultivated extensively. Animal husbandry is another significant activity, with livestock such as cows, camels, and rams being reared in the region. Fishing is also prominent, highlighted by the Dingare fishing settlement, which serves as a hub for local fishers . Kaugama LGA's postal code is 730, and its geographical coordinates are 12°29′0″N 9°44′0″E .

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN43,078,050,733.26
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN421,723,015.99
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN411,455,847.34
-2.4%
March 2025
NGN395,350,810.16
-3.9%
February 2025
NGN418,395,345.22
+5.8%
January 2025
NGN435,936,781.20
+4.2%
November 2024
NGN413,092,216.29
-5.2%

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