Darazo LGA, Bauchi State

Darazo Local Government Area, headquartered in Darazo Town, is part of the Bauchi Central Senatorial District. It was established in 1976, covering an area of 3,030 square kilometers. The population was about 249,946 (2006 census) and is projected to be 446,300 in 2022, leading to a population density of 83 people per square kilometer.

The economy revolves around farming, especially sorghum, maize, and rice production. The LGA also engages in livestock farming and has significant fishing activities along the nearby water bodies.

Darazo has notable landmarks such as the Darazo Rock formations.

The postal code for Darazo is 750106, and its geo-coordinates are approximately 10.993750° N latitude and 10.411790° E longitude.


FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN56,887,061,729.43
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN603,356,529.35
-9.2%
January 2026
NGN664,375,251.54
-4.8%
December 2025
NGN697,706,201.17
+10.0%
November 2025
NGN634,390,778.32
-9.5%
October 2025
NGN701,224,048.18
-2.8%
September 2025
NGN721,138,388.81
+0.0%

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