Ukwa East LGA, Abia State

Ukwa East is a Local Government Area in Abia State, Nigeria, with its administrative headquarters in Akwete. It shares boundaries with Rivers States, positioning it strategically within the southeastern region of Nigeria.  It is among the local governments that make up Abia South senatorial zone. As of the 2006 census, the area had a population of approximately 32,444 and spanned 322.3 square kilometers. By 2022, the population was projected to increase to around 84,700. Key landmarks in Ukwa East Local Government Area include Akwete Central Primary School and Akwete Secondary Technical School, which serve as important educational institutions in the region. Ukwa East LGA has modest crude oil deposits and is renowned for its diverse economic activities, including farming, trading, animal husbandry, fishing, and wood carving. Additionally, it is famous for weaving the iconic Akwete Cloth, a traditional textile celebrated for its craftsmanship and cultural significance.  The LGA’s postal code is 452 with approximate coordinates: 4.8872°N 7.3572°E.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 34,746,401,543.49
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 391,644,290.29
-10.8%
January 2026
NGN 439,213,450.12
-1.3%
December 2025
NGN 445,046,527.78
+14.7%
November 2025
NGN 387,984,738.21
-11.0%
October 2025
NGN 435,750,470.29
-4.1%
September 2025
NGN 454,369,257.67
+0.0%

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