Oruk Anam LGA, Akwa Ibom State

Oruk Anam, located in Akwa Ibom North-West senatorial district, is one of the largest Local Government Areas in Akwa Ibom State, spanning 543.9 km². Its headquarters are in Ikot Ibritam. It was formed in 1989 through the merger of the Oruk zone (formerly Southern Annang County Council) and Anam zone (formerly Anam County Council). The 2022 projected population of Oruk Anam is 219,300, rising from 171,839 recorded in the 2006 census, with a population density of 403.2 people per km². Economic activities in Oruk Anam are diverse, including fishing, trade, and farming. The rivers and streams provide abundant seafood, while crops such as plantain, coconut, and vegetables are cultivated. Additionally, craftsmanship and lumbering contribute significantly to the LGA’s economy . The area’s postal code is 533.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN47,088,731,078.62
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN512,275,940.36
-10.5%
January 2026
NGN572,159,712.05
-3.7%
December 2025
NGN593,938,636.41
+16.1%
November 2025
NGN511,435,133.26
-10.8%
October 2025
NGN573,225,237.68
-5.7%
September 2025
NGN607,867,090.19
+0.0%

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