Soba L.G.A Of KADUNA State

Soba Local Government Area (LGA), situated in Kaduna State, is a vital hub within the state's economic and social framework. Headquartered in Maigana, the LGA is part of the Kaduna North Senatorial District and shares borders with Ikara, Makarfi, and Kudan LGAs. Covering a vast expanse of 2,234 square kilometers, Soba LGA was home to an estimated 291,173 residents as per the 2006 census, resulting in a population density of roughly 130 people per square kilometer. Current projections for 2022 suggest a population increase to 430,200, with a corresponding rise in population density to 210.9 people per square kilometer.Soba's economy is primarily driven by agriculture, with a focus on the cultivation of staple crops such as millet, maize, and sorghum. The rearing of livestock, including cattle, goats, and poultry, also plays a significant role. Additionally, trading activities, facilitated by local markets, further contribute to the economic landscape. Other notable occupations in Soba include animal rearing, hunting, and craft making.Soba's postal code is 811.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN61,807,323,689.24
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN595,855,740.21
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN587,281,451.25
-1.4%
March 2025
NGN553,203,193.96
-5.8%
February 2025
NGN593,980,974.31
+7.4%
January 2025
NGN618,691,088.66
+4.2%
November 2024
NGN579,362,328.59
-6.4%

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