Asa L.G.A Of KWARA State

Asa Local Government Area (LGA) lies in Kwara Central Senatorial District with its headquarters in Afon. It comprises towns and villages like Ogbondoroko, Laduba, Aboto, Eyenkonn, Pampo, and Olowokere[1]. Covering 1,428 km², Asa LGA had a 2006 census population of 126,668, projected to reach 187,200 in 2022, with a density of 131.1/km² [2]. Agriculture thrives in Asa, with crops like rice, corn, coconut, and vegetables grown extensively. Cloth weaving and dyeing also contribute to its economy, alongside bustling markets such as the Alapa Market and Ogbondoroko Main Market[3]. Culturally, Asa is known for festivals like the Awon Festival and Egungun Festival, showcasing the area's rich traditions[4]. It’s major tourist attractions are the Shehu Alimi’s Mosque, the well at Kwo Alapa district, and the cattle dam and grazing reserve at lla-Oja[5]. It lies at 8.3°N, 4.5°E, and uses the 240 postal code[6].



FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN44,894,677,938.82
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN452,398,039.79
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN461,489,478.14
+2.0%
March 2025
NGN399,016,926.65
-13.5%
February 2025
NGN438,164,362.58
+9.8%
January 2025
NGN487,435,271.83
+11.2%
November 2024
NGN426,301,106.08
-12.5%

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