Ilorin South LGA, Kwara State

Ilorin South Local Government Area (LGA), established in 1996, is part of the Kwara Central Senatorial District, with its headquarters in Fufu . The LGA comprises prominent districts and towns such as Gambari, Fufu, Adeta, Gaa Akanbi, Sango, Fate, Tanke, and Garage . Covering an area of 194.8 km², it had a population of 209,251 in 2006, projected to rise to 314,100 by 2022, with a density of 613/km²  . The people of Ilorin South engage in various occupations, including tailoring, welding, and carpentry . The LGA hosts several bustling markets, such as the Cattle Market Sango, Gada Market, Ogidi Market, and Tanke Mini Market, which serve as economic hubs . Agriculture is also significant, with local farmers cultivating maize, cereals, and cassava. The Yawo Dancers Festival is a major cultural event in Ilorin South, reflecting the area's rich traditions. A notable tourist attraction in the LGA is the Kwara State Amusement Park , while key landmarks include the University of Ilorin . The postal code for Ilorin South LGA is 240

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 49,198,855,298.71
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 546,636,045.17
-16.2%
January 2026
NGN 652,671,301.23
+0.8%
December 2025
NGN 647,544,402.60
+16.1%
November 2025
NGN 557,639,002.21
-11.0%
October 2025
NGN 626,720,802.89
-3.7%
September 2025
NGN 651,083,401.01
+0.0%

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