Kazaure LGA, Jigawa State

Established in 1976, Kazaure Local Government Area (LGA) is located in Jigawa North-West Senatorial District, with its headquarters in the historic city of Kazaure. The LGA encompasses towns and villages such as Durji, Unguwar Gabas, Gada, Tsohon Kafi, Guru Karatayi, and Unguwar Yamma . Covering a landmass of 400.8 km² with a density of 691.4/km², Kazaure had a population of 161,161 in 2006, projected to reach 277,100 in 2022 . The area is rich in mineral resources, including kaolin, potash, quartz, and tourmaline. Trade flourishes in Kazaure, especially in prominent markets like the Firji Market. Additionally, the economy thrives on farming, livestock rearing, and crafts making. Kazaure LGA is home to the Kazaure Emirate and features notable landmarks such as the Kazaure Polytechnic and Ayuba Dam . The area's postal code is 750 , and its geographical coordinates are 12°39′10″N 8°24′43″E .

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 43,168,255,316.55
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 490,960,800.33
-13.6%
January 2026
NGN 568,569,949.21
-2.3%
December 2025
NGN 581,658,886.22
+19.4%
November 2025
NGN 487,271,643.16
-11.3%
October 2025
NGN 549,401,054.12
-5.0%
September 2025
NGN 578,460,716.00
+0.0%

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