Badagry L.G.A Of LAGOS State

Badagry Local Government Area (LGA), located in Lagos State, Nigeria, is a historic coastal town with its administrative headquarters in Badagry town. Situated on the north bank of Porto Novo Creek, it lies close to Lagos city and serves as a natural waterway connecting Lagos to Porto-Novo, the capital of the Benin Republic[1]. Badagry is part of the Lagos West Senatorial District.

Spanning an area of 445.6 square kilometers, Badagry had a population of 237,731 in the 2006 census, which has grown to an estimated 351,900 by 2022. This equates to a population density of approximately 789.8 people per square kilometre[2]. Its postal code is 103101[3].

Badagry’s economy thrives on fishing, trading, and tourism. Its coastal location and historical significance as a major hub during the Trans-Atlantic slave trade era attract numerous tourists. Notable landmarks include the first-story building in Nigeria, constructed between 1842 and 1845 by Reverend Henry Townsend of the Church Missionary Society (CMS), and Freeman's Methodist Church, the earliest settlement of Christian missions in Nigeria[4].

Historically, Badagry served as a commercial centre on the West African coast from 1736 to 1851. Its navigable lakes, creeks, and inland lagoons facilitated trade and offered protection to its residents. During the Trans-Atlantic slave trade, Badagry was a key intermediary, connecting European traders on the coast to those in the hinterland.

Today, Badagry retains its rich cultural and historical heritage, making it a vital tourist destination while maintaining its prominence in fishing and trade. Its strategic position and unique historical background underscore its significance within Lagos State and beyond.



FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN121,012,826,016.67
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN1,708,173,976.98
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN1,756,164,211.48
+2.8%
March 2025
NGN1,546,795,745.01
-11.9%
February 2025
NGN1,751,219,326.26
+13.2%
January 2025
NGN1,910,816,260.78
+9.1%
November 2024
NGN1,577,971,256.53
-17.4%

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