Dutsinma L.G.A Of KATSINA State

Dutsin-Ma, established in 1976, is a Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, Nigeria. The town of Dutsin Ma serves as the LGA's administrative headquarters.

Demographic data reveals a significant population growth in Dutsin-Ma. The 2006 census recorded a population of 169,829. However, projections for the year 2022 indicate a substantial increase to an estimated 303,500 inhabitants. Spanning a considerable area of 673.7 square kilometers, the LGA's population density reached approximately 450.5 individuals per square kilometer as of 2022.A major landmark in Dutsin-ma is the  Zobe Dam located in close proximity, the south of the town.The economy of Dutsin-Ma is primarily driven by agricultural activities. These encompass a range of practices, including irrigation, aquaculture, and annual farming. Additionally, animal husbandry plays a significant role in the local economy. The presence of the Federal University of Dutsin-Ma further contributes to the LGA's profile.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN48,711,934,365.73
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN486,343,939.08
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN466,467,882.57
-4.1%
March 2025
NGN441,070,405.75
-5.4%
February 2025
NGN469,182,347.09
+6.4%
January 2025
NGN494,211,523.90
+5.3%
November 2024
NGN468,388,311.36
-5.2%

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