Tangaza LGA, Sokoto State

Tangaza Local Government Area is located in Sokoto North Senatorial District, with its headquarters in the town of Gidan Madi[1]. It shares a northern border with the Republic of Niger. The LGA includes several towns and villages, such as Sakkwai, Kalanjemi, Gongono, Raka, Suti, Mafonho, Gurdam, and Gidan Madi[2]. Tangaza LGA spans an area of 2,319 km² and had a population of 114,770 according to the 2006 census. This population was projected to grow to 198,100 by 2022, resulting in a density of approximately 85.43 people per km² [3]. The local economy thrives on livestock rearing, with cows, horses, and camels being commonly raised and traded. Tangaza LGA also boasts vibrant markets that serve as hubs for trading various commodities. Farming is a significant occupation in the area, and crafts making also contributes to the local economy[4]. The postal code of Tangaza LGA is 841, and its geographical coordinates are 13°31′N 4°58′E[5].



FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN46,060,534,184.83
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN521,653,626.28
-7.5%
January 2026
NGN563,935,992.51
-0.6%
December 2025
NGN567,121,496.29
+7.5%
November 2025
NGN527,438,217.84
-9.8%
October 2025
NGN584,627,538.39
-1.7%
September 2025
NGN594,906,698.64
+0.0%

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