Karu LGA, Nasarawa State

Karu LGA, headquartered in New Karu, is part of the Nasarawa West Senatorial District. It was established in 1996 and covers an area of about 800 square kilometers. With a population of over 205,477 (2006 census), Karu has a high population density due to its proximity to Abuja, Nigeria's capital. Its economy is largely service-based, with trade, small-scale industries, and real estate. Karu is known for its bustling urban landscape and rapid development. The postal code for Karu is 961101, and it’s located around 9.0005° N latitude and 7.6074° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 54,740,557,560.84
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 609,705,477.31
-8.8%
January 2026
NGN 668,383,025.52
-8.1%
December 2025
NGN 727,520,715.49
+15.0%
November 2025
NGN 632,473,446.94
-10.3%
October 2025
NGN 704,739,530.80
-0.2%
September 2025
NGN 705,857,355.15
+0.0%

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