Doguwa LGA, Kano State

Doguwa Local Government Area (LGA) is located in the southernmost part of Kano State, Nigeria, within the Kano South Senatorial District. Its administrative center is in the town of Riruwai. Established in 1991, Doguwa LGA covers an area of approximately 1,399 square kilometers and had a population density of 177.1 as per the 2006 census, which recorded a population of 151,181. By 2022, estimates indicated significant growth, with the population reaching around 247,800.Doguwa LGA's economy is primarily driven by agriculture, with residents engaged in cultivating crops such as rice, sorghum, millet, and soybeans. The area is also recognized for cattle rearing, especially among the Fulani community. Economic activities thrive in local markets like Sabuwar Kaura, a hub for diverse goods and services.A notable feature of Doguwa LGA is the Falgore Forest, a vast forest reserve spanning multiple LGAs, contributing significantly to the region's biodiversity. The postal code for Doguwa LGA is 710.

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FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 45,652,868,708.28
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 527,050,028.80
-8.7%
January 2026
NGN 577,057,444.61
-1.8%
December 2025
NGN 587,804,540.39
+11.4%
November 2025
NGN 527,558,777.54
-10.5%
October 2025
NGN 589,265,238.72
-3.3%
September 2025
NGN 609,615,996.62
+0.0%

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