Katcha LGA, Niger State

Katcha Local Government Area (LGA), with its headquarters in Katcha, lies within the Niger South Senatorial District in Niger State. Created in 1991, Katcha covers an area of 1,709 square kilometers and has a population of about 120,893 (2006 census), with projections for 2022 around 207,400. Agriculture is the mainstay of the economy, with crops such as yam, maize, and cassava being grown. The LGA is also known for its rich cultural heritage, including traditional ceremonies and festivals. Katcha's postal code is 912105, and its geo-coordinates are 8.7666° N latitude and 6.3166° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN 42,127,722,022.76
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN 468,780,741.22
-8.0%
January 2026
NGN 509,750,843.25
-7.1%
December 2025
NGN 548,620,337.77
+13.5%
November 2025
NGN 483,342,667.58
-9.9%
October 2025
NGN 536,506,514.03
-1.0%
September 2025
NGN 541,985,986.53
+0.0%

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