Ningi LGA, Bauchi State

Ningi Local Government Area (LGA), with headquarters in Ningi Town, is a key local government within Bauchi Central Senatorial District in Bauchi State, Nigeria. Created in 1976, Ningi LGA covers an area of 4,943 square kilometres with a population of approximately 385,997 (2006 census) and an estimated 2022 population of over 689,300 by 2022, resulting in a population density of about 101 people per square kilometer.

The economy of Ningi is predominantly agricultural, with millet, sorghum, groundnuts, sugarcane and livestock farming being major activities. Trading and local crafts also play vital roles.

The area is notable for its educational institutions, such as Ningi Unity Secondary School, and for natural landmarks like the Ningi Hills and rock formations.

Ningi’s postal code is 742102, with geo-coordinates around 11.016230 ° N latitude and 8.902360 ° E longitude. The LGA is also known for cultural heritage and traditional festivals.


FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger
Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)
NGN71,321,796,826.39
Current Year Funding
16.7% DISBURSED
FISCAL MONTH
NET ALLOCATION
VARIANCE
February 2026
NGN745,038,842.59
-8.0%
January 2026
NGN810,058,246.95
-7.1%
December 2025
NGN872,366,623.98
+9.5%
November 2025
NGN796,509,498.27
-9.5%
October 2025
NGN880,071,490.09
-2.6%
September 2025
NGN903,626,400.39
+0.0%

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