Maigatari L.G.A Of JIGAWA State

Maitagari Local Government Area (LGA) is situated in Jigawa North-West Senatorial District, with its headquarters in the town of Maigatari. Bordered by parts of the Niger Republic, the LGA comprises towns and villages such as Turbus, Galadi, Matoya, Kukayasku, Dankumbo, Fulata, Jajeri, and Balarabe . Covering an area of 1,001 km², the LGA had a population of 177,057 in 2006, projected to grow to 304,500 by 2022, with a population density of 304.4/km² . Maigatari is known for its markets, notably the Maigatari cattle market, which plays a significant role in boosting the local economy. Farming is a key occupation, with various crops cultivated in the area. Additionally, the people of Maigatari engage in animal rearing and hunting as vital economic activities . The postal code for Maigatari LGA is 732 .

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN48,517,186,880.19
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN476,819,784.01
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN465,857,292.52
-2.3%
March 2025
NGN446,904,984.24
-4.1%
February 2025
NGN473,296,348.86
+5.9%
January 2025
NGN492,540,374.76
+4.1%
November 2024
NGN467,476,556.01
-5.1%

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