Kaugama LGA, Jigawa State

Kaugama Local Government Area (LGA) is located in Jigawa North-East Senatorial District, with its headquarters in the town of Kaugama. The LGA includes towns and villages such as Dakayawa, Hadin, Yalo, Kaugama, Marki, Dabora, Jarkasa, and Garin Gabas . Spanning an area of 829.7 km², the population was recorded at 128,981 in the 2006 census and projected to reach 221,800 in 2022 with a population density of 267.3/km² . Agriculture plays a vital role in Kaugama's economy, with various crops cultivated extensively. Animal husbandry is another significant activity, with livestock such as cows, camels, and rams being reared in the region. Fishing is also prominent, highlighted by the Dingare fishing settlement, which serves as a hub for local fishers . Kaugama LGA's postal code is 730, and its geographical coordinates are 12°29′0″N 9°44′0″E .

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 41,170,795,342.17
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 465,564,214.72
-13.8%
January 2026
NGN 540,050,683.50
-1.2%
December 2025
NGN 546,652,304.21
+19.4%
November 2025
NGN 457,688,190.01
-11.2%
October 2025
NGN 515,402,149.90
-5.0%
September 2025
NGN 542,475,657.08
+0.0%

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