Dutsinma LGA, Katsina State

Dutsin-Ma, established in 1976, is a Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, Nigeria. The town of Dutsin Ma serves as the LGA's administrative headquarters. Demographic data reveals a significant population growth in Dutsin-Ma. The 2006 census recorded a population of 169,829. However, projections for the year 2022 indicate a substantial increase to an estimated 303,500 inhabitants. Spanning a considerable area of 673.7 square kilometers, the LGA's population density reached approximately 450.5 individuals per square kilometer as of 2022.A major landmark in Dutsin-ma is the  Zobe Dam located in close proximity, the south of the town.The economy of Dutsin-Ma is primarily driven by agricultural activities. These encompass a range of practices, including irrigation, aquaculture, and annual farming. Additionally, animal husbandry plays a significant role in the local economy. The presence of the Federal University of Dutsin-Ma further contributes to the LGA's profile.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 46,522,272,379.31
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 506,846,917.45
-13.5%
January 2026
NGN 586,113,908.74
-0.5%
December 2025
NGN 588,934,037.20
+11.0%
November 2025
NGN 530,652,768.89
-10.8%
October 2025
NGN 595,175,237.09
-2.2%
September 2025
NGN 608,820,109.55
+0.0%

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