Obi LGA, Benue State

Obi Local Government Area, with its headquarters in Obarike-Ito, lies within the Benue South Senatorial District. Created in 1991, the LGA spans an area of 513.5 square kilometers. It had a population of 98,707 (2006 census), projected to reach 142,500 in 2022, with a density of 171 people per square kilometer. The economy thrives on farming, particularly rice and yam cultivation, and small-scale local trade. Obi is known for its cultural festivals and traditional crafts, contributing to its local identity. The postal code for Obi is 971106, and its geo-coordinates are approximately 7.0602° N latitude and 8.3212° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 40,349,545,712.30
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 452,523,817.85
-9.0%
January 2026
NGN 497,532,615.46
-6.1%
December 2025
NGN 529,758,211.16
+14.8%
November 2025
NGN 461,552,340.19
-9.8%
October 2025
NGN 511,960,941.57
-6.3%
September 2025
NGN 546,372,541.90
+0.0%

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