Dawakin Kudu L.G.A Of KANO State

Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area (LGA) is situated in the southeastern part of Kano State, Nigeria, within the Kano Central Senatorial District. Dawakin Kudu LGA covers an area of approximately 423.6 square kilometers. According to the 2006 census, Dawakin Kudu had a population of 225,497. By 2022, estimates suggest the population has grown to around 370,900. The current population density of Dawakin Kudu is 875.6 per square kilometer. Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area's economy is primarily driven by agriculture. Residents engage in the cultivation of crops such as rice, millet, sorghum, and groundnuts. The region is also recognized for its traditional textile dyeing industry, notably housing the oldest dyeing pit in Kano State. Additionally, pottery and trade contribute to the local economy, with markets like the Kwanar Cattle market serving as important commercial centers.Educationally, Dawakin Kudu is home to the Dawakin Kudu Science College, a prestigious institution that has produced numerous professionals in the fields of science and technology. The postal code for Dawakin Kudu LGA is 713. 

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN53,334,832,318.32
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN533,636,163.34
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN521,517,690.32
-2.3%
March 2025
NGN490,497,091.18
-5.9%
February 2025
NGN521,599,487.85
+6.3%
January 2025
NGN548,307,608.03
+5.1%
November 2024
NGN520,418,148.72
-5.1%

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