Gwiwa LGA, Jigawa State

Created in 1992, Gwiwa Local Government Area (LGA) is located in Jigawa North-West Senatorial District, with its headquarters in the town of Gwiwa. The LGA includes several towns and villages, such as Buntusu, Shafe, Guntai, Darina, Korau, Daabi, Yola, and Korayel . Spanning an area of 450 km², Gwiwa LGA had a population of 128,730 at the 2006 census, projected to reach 221,400 in 2022 with a population density of 502.3/km² . The area is arable and fertile, with land predominantly composed of the Katsina basic complex to the north, and traces of sand dunes found in the southern part . Gwiwa LGA is known for the cultivation of various crops, while also serving as a hub for animal rearing, including camels and horses. The LGA is home to several markets, such as the Furji market, where a wide range of commodities are bought and sold. In addition to farming and trade, other important economic activities in Gwiwa include pottery, hunting, and craftsmanship . The postal code for the area is 705 .

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 41,458,731,111.24
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 476,247,150.90
-13.0%
January 2026
NGN 547,475,374.98
-1.2%
December 2025
NGN 554,348,290.06
+18.2%
November 2025
NGN 469,137,132.05
-10.8%
October 2025
NGN 526,015,740.45
-4.6%
September 2025
NGN 551,390,228.36
+0.0%

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