Karu L.G.A Of NASARAWA State

Karu LGA, headquartered in New Karu, is part of the Nasarawa West Senatorial District. It was established in 1996 and covers an area of about 800 square kilometers. With a population of over 205,477 (2006 census), Karu has a high population density due to its proximity to Abuja, Nigeria's capital. Its economy is largely service-based, with trade, small-scale industries, and real estate. Karu is known for its bustling urban landscape and rapid development. The postal code for Karu is 961101, and it’s located around 9.0005° N latitude and 7.6074° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN57,167,651,476.19
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN562,299,034.34
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN542,651,652.79
-3.5%
March 2025
NGN524,801,793.96
-3.3%
February 2025
NGN548,085,453.91
+4.4%
January 2025
NGN578,141,552.06
+5.5%
November 2024
NGN540,705,128.25
-6.5%

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