The 20 local government areas in Lagos State received a combined net allocation of N156.84 billion from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) in the first quarter of 2026, according to data compiled from the National Bureau of Statistics and the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation.

The allocations, covering January to March 2026, show that Alimosho Local Government Area received the highest share with N10.08 billion, maintaining its position as the largest recipient among councils in the state. Ajeromi-Ifelodun followed with N8.45 billion, while Kosofe received N8.37 billion.

Mushin was allocated N8.30 billion, Oshodi-Isolo N8.27 billion, and Ojo N8.21 billion. Ikorodu received N8.12 billion, while Surulere and Agege got N7.97 billion and N7.86 billion respectively.

Other local governments, including Ifako-Ijaiye, Somolu, Ikeja, Eti-Osa, Amuwo-Odofin and Lagos Mainland, received allocations ranging between N7.46 billion and N7.78 billion during the period.

At the lower end of the ranking, Badagry received N7.33 billion, Apapa N7.20 billion, Epe N7.19 billion, Lagos Island N7.17 billion, while Ibeju-Lekki recorded the lowest allocation in the state with N6.95 billion.

The disbursements formed part of the nationwide FAAC allocations to Nigeria’s 774 local government areas. Across the country, local councils shared about N1.48 trillion during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting continued growth in federally distributed revenue.

The increase in allocations has been linked to improved earnings from crude oil sales, higher Value Added Tax collections, and growth in other federally collected revenues. Analysts note that the trend has strengthened local government revenues since 2024.

Lagos remains one of the largest beneficiaries of federal allocations due to its large population, extensive commercial activities and strong contribution to the national economy. The state also continues to generate the highest internally generated revenue among Nigeria’s 36 states.

Local government allocations are expected to fund key grassroots projects and services, including road maintenance, primary healthcare, waste management, drainage infrastructure, markets, and basic education facilities.