Karaye L.G.A Of KANO State

Karaye Local Government Area (LGA) is situated within the Kano North Senatorial District, with its administrative center located in Karaye Town. The LGA's population was recorded at 144,045 in the 2006 census. This figure is estimated to have increased to 236,900 by 2022, reflecting an annual population growth rate of 3.2%. Encompassing a land area of 419.9 square kilometers, the LGA currently holds a population density of 564.2 inhabitants per square kilometer.The economy of Karaye LGA is primarily driven by agricultural activities, with a focus on the cultivation of grains and legumes. The LGA is also recognized for its rich tradition of craftsmanship. Karaye is home to several notable landmarks, including the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp and the Challawa Gorge Dam, a major reservoir on the Challawa River.The LGA's designated postal code is 704.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN43,891,734,057.43
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN444,245,146.82
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN433,255,494.34
-2.5%
March 2025
NGN406,854,230.50
-6.1%
February 2025
NGN432,526,778.99
+6.3%
January 2025
NGN456,471,859.91
+5.5%
November 2024
NGN432,184,050.08
-5.3%

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