Karaye LGA, Kano State

Karaye Local Government Area (LGA) is situated within the Kano North Senatorial District, with its administrative center located in Karaye Town. The LGA's population was recorded at 144,045 in the 2006 census. This figure is estimated to have increased to 236,900 by 2022, reflecting an annual population growth rate of 3.2%. Encompassing a land area of 419.9 square kilometers, the LGA currently holds a population density of 564.2 inhabitants per square kilometer.The economy of Karaye LGA is primarily driven by agricultural activities, with a focus on the cultivation of grains and legumes. The LGA is also recognized for its rich tradition of craftsmanship. Karaye is home to several notable landmarks, including the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp and the Challawa Gorge Dam, a major reservoir on the Challawa River.The LGA's designated postal code is 704.

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FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 42,072,374,233.98
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 483,014,489.64
-10.6%
January 2026
NGN 540,212,407.69
-1.1%
December 2025
NGN 546,486,838.01
+14.1%
November 2025
NGN 479,007,388.66
-11.4%
October 2025
NGN 540,481,897.99
-4.2%
September 2025
NGN 564,376,715.30
+0.0%

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