Dawakin Kudu LGA, Kano State

Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area (LGA) is situated in the southeastern part of Kano State, Nigeria, within the Kano Central Senatorial District. Dawakin Kudu LGA covers an area of approximately 423.6 square kilometers. According to the 2006 census, Dawakin Kudu had a population of 225,497. By 2022, estimates suggest the population has grown to around 370,900. The current population density of Dawakin Kudu is 875.6 per square kilometer. Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area's economy is primarily driven by agriculture. Residents engage in the cultivation of crops such as rice, millet, sorghum, and groundnuts. The region is also recognized for its traditional textile dyeing industry, notably housing the oldest dyeing pit in Kano State. Additionally, pottery and trade contribute to the local economy, with markets like the Kwanar Cattle market serving as important commercial centers.Educationally, Dawakin Kudu is home to the Dawakin Kudu Science College, a prestigious institution that has produced numerous professionals in the fields of science and technology. The postal code for Dawakin Kudu LGA is 713. 

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FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 51,030,803,621.83
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 571,847,487.62
-9.4%
January 2026
NGN 631,284,286.10
-3.7%
December 2025
NGN 655,582,325.19
+12.9%
November 2025
NGN 580,595,088.77
-11.0%
October 2025
NGN 652,399,565.08
-3.8%
September 2025
NGN 678,427,570.96
+0.0%

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