Gwadabawa LGA, Sokoto State

Gwadabawa Local Government Area is located in Sokoto East Senatorial District, with its headquarters in the town of Gwadabawa. The LGA includes the districts of Gwadabawa, Salame, Chimola, and Asara[1], encompassing several towns and villages such as Gidan Kaya, Mammande, Zugana, Wodai, Dan Abba, Gigani, Chaucha, and Alela [2]. Gwadabawa LGA covers an area of 1,008 km² and had a population of 231,569 as per the 2006 census, with a projected increase to approximately 399,700 in 2022, resulting in a population density of about 396.7 people per km² [3]. Farming is a significant economic activity, with residents cultivating crops like onions and tomatoes. Animal husbandry is also prominent, with camels, rams, and horses commonly reared. Trade thrives in the region, supported by numerous local markets where various goods are exchanged [4]. A notable landmark in the area is the Gwadabawa School of Health Technology [5]. The postal code for Gwadabawa LGA is 843, and its geographical coordinates are 13°22′11″N5°13′48″E.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN52,280,144,798.50
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN583,380,457.55
-9.2%
January 2026
NGN642,629,875.01
-3.6%
December 2025
NGN666,623,687.61
+10.8%
November 2025
NGN601,382,540.20
-10.9%
October 2025
NGN674,826,742.18
-2.9%
September 2025
NGN695,131,843.70
+0.0%

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