Garko L.G.A Of KANO State

Garko Local Government Area (LGA), with headquarters in Garko Town, is situated within the Kano South Senatorial District. Established in 1996, Garko LGA's population rose from 161,966 in 2006 to an estimated 266,400 by 2022. Encompassing a land area of 478 square kilometers, the LGA's population density increased to 557.3 persons per square kilometer, indicating moderate population growth.Agriculture serves as the foundation of Garko's economy, with prominent crops including millet, sorghum, and groundnut. Livestock rearing is also a significant economic activity. The LGA is recognized for its local festivals and traditional crafts.The postal code for Garko LGA is 712.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN46,296,228,198.21
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN465,761,932.96
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN454,402,547.44
-2.4%
March 2025
NGN426,914,719.51
-6.0%
February 2025
NGN453,870,447.83
+6.3%
January 2025
NGN478,577,467.28
+5.4%
November 2024
NGN453,276,281.33
-5.3%

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