Paikoro LGA, Niger State

Paikoro Local Government Area (LGA), with headquarters in Paikoro Town, is located in the Niger Central Senatorial District. Created in 1991, Paikoro covers 2,011 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 158,178 (2006 census), with projections for 2022 reaching about 271,300.

The economy is largely driven by agriculture, with crops like yam, cassava, and maize being grown. The LGA is known for its cultural events and festivals.

Paikoro's postal code is 920103, and its geo-coordinates are 9.4333° N latitude and 6.6333° E longitude.

FAAC Statutory Allocation Ledger

Cumulative FAAC Allocation (1999 - 2026)

NGN46,982,926,915.87

Current Year Funding

16.7% DISBURSED

FISCAL MONTH

NET ALLOCATION

VARIANCE

February 2026

NGN512,078,226.69

-7.4%