Zaki LGA, Bauchi State

Zaki Local Government Area, with its headquarters in Katagum Town, is part of the Bauchi North Senatorial District. Established in 1976, it covers an area of approximately 1,686 square kilometres and had a population of about 191,457 according to the 2006 census, projected to be over 340,000 in 2022. The population density is estimated at around 114 people per square kilometre. Zaki’s economy is largely driven by agriculture, livestock farming, and local trade, with crops such as millet, sorghum, maize, and beans widely cultivated across the area. The LGA also benefits from cross-border commercial activities due to its proximity to neighbouring regions. Zaki is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional institutions that contribute significantly to community development and social cohesion. The postal code of the area is 752101, and its geo-coordinates are approximately 11.383300° N latitude and 7.433300° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 48,709,397,126.71
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 516,814,531.91
-11.1%
January 2026
NGN 581,299,851.40
-3.1%
December 2025
NGN 600,107,959.27
+11.8%
November 2025
NGN 536,652,411.10
-10.1%
October 2025
NGN 596,748,525.54
-3.4%
September 2025
NGN 617,715,659.41
+0.0%

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