Ilorin South L.G.A Of KWARA State

Ilorin South Local Government Area (LGA), established in 1996, is part of the Kwara Central Senatorial District, with its headquarters in Fufu[1]. The LGA comprises prominent districts and towns such as Gambari, Fufu, Adeta, Gaa Akanbi, Sango, Fate, Tanke, and Garage[2]. Covering an area of 194.8 km², it had a population of 209,251 in 2006, projected to rise to 314,100 by 2022, with a density of 613/km² [3]. The people of Ilorin South engage in various occupations, including tailoring, welding, and carpentry[4]. The LGA hosts several bustling markets, such as the Cattle Market Sango, Gada Market, Ogidi Market, and Tanke Mini Market, which serve as economic hubs[5]. Agriculture is also significant, with local farmers cultivating maize, cereals, and cassava. The Yawo Dancers Festival is a major cultural event in Ilorin South, reflecting the area's rich traditions. A notable tourist attraction in the LGA is the Kwara State Amusement Park[6], while key landmarks include the University of Ilorin[7]. The postal code for Ilorin South LGA is 240[8].

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN51,548,781,911.38
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN526,783,647.75
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN533,554,879.06
+1.3%
March 2025
NGN467,595,227.20
-12.4%
February 2025
NGN510,925,662.13
+9.3%
January 2025
NGN563,860,363.87
+10.4%
November 2024
NGN497,666,100.02
-11.7%

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