Jega L.G.A Of KEBBI State

Jega Local Government Area (LGA), with its Administrative headquarters in the town of Jega, has historical ties to the Sokoto jihad. Its establishment is attributed to Muhammad al-Bukhari, an individual associated with the jihad's leadership. The LGA's population was recorded as 197,757 in the 2006 census, with projections for 2022 indicating a significant increase to 337,900. Covering an area of 1,024 square kilometers, the LGA's population density is estimated at 329.9 inhabitants per square kilometer in 2022(estimates).The area is recognized for its agricultural pursuits, with a particular emphasis on rice cultivation. In terms of education, Jega hosts the recently shut down College of Health Technology. The town's geographical coordinates are 12.3667°N 4.6333°E, and its postal code is 863. 

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN50,863,765,196.83
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN494,069,286.10
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN486,227,615.89
-1.6%
March 2025
NGN457,842,037.35
-5.8%
February 2025
NGN488,742,996.78
+6.7%
January 2025
NGN508,452,536.72
+4.0%
November 2024
NGN476,125,474.43
-6.4%

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