Between January and June 2026, the [Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federation_Account_Allocation_Committee) distributed a total of N4.83 trillion to the 36 states of Nigeria, aiming to fund constitutional duties such as salaries, pensions, infrastructure and social services.
**Key figures**
- Delta State received the largest share at N369.87 billion, closely followed by Lagos State with N368.79 billion.
- Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Bayelsa obtained N331.73 billion, N300.73 billion and N289.19 billion respectively.
- Outside the top five, Kano State was the highest‑receiving non‑oil‑producing state, collecting N158.49 billion.
- The ten states with the smallest allocations ranged from Cross River’s N75.87 billion to Nasarawa’s N92.87 billion.
- Adeyemi Kayode, a public‑policy expert, warned that “FAAC allocations are derived from national resources like oil revenue, VAT and company taxes. When governors build a road or repair a school, they are not doing the citizens a favor; they are returning a fraction of public wealth.”
Which states received the highest allocations?
The analysis shows that the five oil‑rich states—Delta, Lagos, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Bayelsa—captured the bulk of the disbursement, each receiving between N289 billion and N370 billion. Kano, the most populous northern state, ranked sixth with N158.49 billion.
What is the role of FAAC?
Every month, revenues collected by the [Federal Government of Nigeria](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_Government_of_Nigeria)—including crude oil earnings, company income tax, customs duties, Value Added Tax (VAT), electronic money transfer levy and other federally generated streams—are deposited into the Federation Account. The FAAC, comprising representatives of the federal, [state governments](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/States_of_Nigeria) and local authorities, meets to allocate these funds according to constitutional and statutory formulas.
How does the derivation fund affect allocations?
Oil‑producing states also benefit from a 13 percent derivation fund, which supplements their FAAC share. The derivation fund is allocated to Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo and Rivers.
Why should citizens demand accountability?
Kayode stresses that the size of the allocation does not guarantee improved services. He urges Nigerians to scrutinise how the money is spent, especially as the 2027 election cycle approaches. “As voting day nears, politicians often distribute money, food and gifts to win the heart of the electorate. This is why every Nigerian needs to wake up and ask questions beyond receiving gifts; instead, demand for answers and clarity where needed,” he said.
The data provides a benchmark for civil society and voters to assess whether state governments are translating federal transfers into tangible development outcomes.