Danja L.G.A Of KATSINA State

Danja, a Local Government Area in Katsina State, Nigeria, was established in 1991 as part of a nationwide expansion. Carved out of the former Bakori Local Government Area, Danja Town serves as its administrative hub. The region boasts a population of an estimated 224,300 people spread across 504.7 square kilometers according to 2022 estimates. The 2006 census put the population at 125,481 showing an annual population growth rate of 3.7%. Danja Local Government Area in Katsina State, Nigeria, is a significant contributor to the state's economy. The area is rich in mineral resources, including gold and iron ore, and has a thriving agricultural sector due to its fertile land and favorable climate. The predominantly farming population practices both rain-fed and irrigation farming, cultivating various crops throughout the year. Danja is a major agricultural area with several markets, including Danja Market, Chunko Market Kokami, Dabai Market, and Tandama Market, as well as seasonal tomato markets and a cotton market.The coordinates of Danja is 11°23′N 7°34′E and its postal code 831.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN44,420,043,749.09
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN435,021,473.30
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN417,545,709.80
-4.0%
March 2025
NGN398,968,706.66
-4.4%
February 2025
NGN425,243,153.83
+6.6%
January 2025
NGN448,001,816.35
+5.4%
November 2024
NGN424,995,124.61
-5.1%

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Beyond Financial Autonomy: The Imperative Of Moving From Local Government To Local Governance In Nigeria
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Faces At The Policy Conversation On Accountability In Local Governance
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Policy Conversation On Enthroning Accountability In Local Governance In Nigeria