Ayamelum L.G.A Of ANAMBRA State

Ayamelum Local Government Area is situated in Anambra State, with its administrative headquarters located in Anaku. It is one of the LGAs within the Anambra North senatorial zone. The area covers approximately 537.7 km². The population of Ayamelum LGA was 158,152 according to the 2006 census, with an estimated population of 225,400 by 2022. The Faculty of Agriculture at Nnamdi Azikiwe University is located in Ifite-Ogwari, within Ayamelum LGA, where the university acquired approximately 120 hectares of land for the department. Additionally, the Federal Polytechnic Oko is also situated in Anambra State, contributing to the region's educational infrastructure. The economy of Ayamelum is primarily agricultural, with residents heavily engaged in farming and fishing. Key crops include yam, cassava, cocoyam, and a variety of vegetables. The region also benefits from its agricultural potential. Ayamelum is characterized by its rich cultural heritage, with indigenous festivals such as the Ofalla, Obubezi, and Olila aka festivals. The postal code for Ayamelum LGA is 433, and its geographic coordinates are approximately: 6°33′13″N 6°59′13″E.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN45,786,263,681.45
-100.0% vs Prev. Year
Current Year Funding
0.0% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
May 2025
NGN458,081,915.66
+0.0%
April 2025
NGN441,436,771.52
-3.6%
March 2025
NGN422,565,024.01
-4.3%
February 2025
NGN455,063,147.83
+7.7%
January 2025
NGN470,737,187.60
+3.4%
November 2024
NGN453,953,609.59
-3.6%

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