Bunza LGA, Kebbi State

Bunza Local Government Area (LGA) was established in 1975, following its separation from the former state of Sokoto. The LGA's Administrative headquarters is located in the town of Bunza, situated within the Sokoto River basin. Agriculture plays a significant role in Bunza's economy, with the cultivation of crops such as groundnuts, rice, millet, sorghum, and onions being prominent. Additionally, hunting, trade, and metalwork contribute to the local economic activities. The population of Bunza LGA was recorded as 123,547 in the 2006 census. However, projections for 2022 estimate the population to have reached 211,100. The LGA covers an area of 1,034 square kilometers, resulting in a population density of approximately 204.1 inhabitants per square kilometer, based on the 2022 projected population.The LGA's economy is primarily driven by agriculture, with a focus on crop cultivation and livestock production. The postal code for the area is 862, and its geographic coordinates are 12.0916°N 4.0108°E. 

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 42,856,189,507.33
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 489,349,788.74
-8.7%
January 2026
NGN 536,209,142.54
-0.1%
December 2025
NGN 536,665,573.55
+8.8%
November 2025
NGN 493,170,160.55
-10.0%
October 2025
NGN 548,214,913.00
-2.7%
September 2025
NGN 563,358,685.56
+0.0%

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