Amuwo-odofin LGA, Lagos State

Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area (LGA), headquartered in Festac Town, is situated in the Badagry Division of Lagos State and falls within the Lagos West Senatorial District. The LGA spans an area of 114.2 square kilometres, with a 2006 census population of 328,975 that has grown to an estimated 487,000 in 2022. This reflects a population density of approximately 4,266 people per square kilometre. Festac Town, a major residential and cultural hub within Amuwo-Odofin, was established for the 1977 Second World African Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC). It remains a landmark federal housing estate and a symbol of Nigeria's cultural heritage. The LGA also encompasses industrial areas, commercial districts, and growing residential developments. Amuwo-Odofin's economy is diverse, driven by trade, real estate, and industrial activities. The LGA hosts numerous markets, business hubs, and hospitality establishments. Proximity to the Lagos ports further bolsters its economic significance, attracting both local and international commerce.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 122,304,449,642.54
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 1,939,277,768.94
-47.9%
January 2026
NGN 3,722,342,928.06
+62.0%
December 2025
NGN 2,297,338,237.35
+40.6%
November 2025
NGN 1,633,588,466.95
-21.0%
October 2025
NGN 2,067,126,444.25
-16.5%
September 2025
NGN 2,476,748,992.12
+0.0%

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