Wudil L.G.A Of KANO State

Wudil Local Government Area (LGA) is located in southeastern Kano State, Nigeria, approximately 38 kilometers from Kano city, with its administrative headquarters in Wudil town along the A237 highway. Covering an area of 274.3 square kilometers, Wudil LGA had a population of 188,639 according to the 2006 census. By 2022, estimates suggest the population has grown to approximately 310,300, increasing the population density to around 1,131 people per square kilometer. It is located in Kano South senatorial district. The economy of Wudil LGA is predominantly agricultural, with residents engaged in farming activities such as the cultivation of red and white sorghum, rice, beans, soybeans, and both white and yellow maize. Trade also thrives in the area, with markets like the Singa market and the Wudil livestock market attracting numerous buyers and sellers. Other significant economic activities include food processing and animal rearing. Educationally, Wudil is notable for hosting the Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUST), established in 2001, which offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The area also hosts the Nigerian Police Academy which was established in 1988. The postal code for Wudil LGA is 713101. Geographically, it is situated at approximately 11.7296° N latitude and 8.8186° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN48,373,990,932.00
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN490,517,780.62
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN478,909,278.06
-2.4%
March 2025
NGN450,125,768.75
-6.0%
February 2025
NGN478,600,655.08
+6.3%
January 2025
NGN504,010,120.22
+5.3%
November 2024
NGN477,806,362.67
-5.2%

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