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Quick Facts — Anambra
| Official name | Anambra |
| Capital city | Awka |
| Slogan / Motto | Light of the Nation |
| Geo-political zone | South East |
| Local govt areas | 21 LGAs → |
| Population (census) | 5,520,000 |
| Population density | 1,140 / km² |
| Total area | 4,844 km² |
| First governor | Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeife (civilian); Colonel Emeka Eze (military) |
| 2026 budget | ₦757.9B → |
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Local Government Areas in Anambra
21 LGAs
Known for commerce, the Ekwulobia market and Aguata people heritage in Anambra South.
Riverine LGA along the Anambra River. Known for Aguleri-Umuleri history and fishing communities.
Niger River LGA known for fishing and subsistence farming. Remote communities with growing infrastructure.
Surrounds Awka, the state capital. Known for blacksmithing tradition of the Awka people.
Contains the heart of Awka, the state capital. Home to Nnamdi Azikiwe University and Government House.
Riverine LGA along the River Niger, known for fishing, rice farming and the Omambala people.
Home to Ukpo, one of the richest communities in Anambra. Known for business families and modern real estate.
Known for the Ozubulu community and major catholic church. Commercial LGA with strong diaspora investment.
Birthplace of Chinua Achebe. Home to Ogidi, historically significant in Igbo literary and cultural heritage.
Known for Nnewi South communities and the growing manufacturing sector serving the Nnewi industrial cluster.
Southern Anambra LGA bordering Imo State, known for agriculture and Ihiala people cultural identity.
Known for Abagana where Biafran forces ambushed a Nigerian convoy in 1968. Growing commercial activities.
Home to Nnewi, the Japan of Africa, a major auto parts manufacturing and trading hub.
Peri-urban LGA of the Nnewi metropolis, known for manufacturing, trading and residential development.
Riverine LGA on the Niger River, known for fishing, boat building and the Atani clay pots.
Home to the famous Ogbunike Caves, a major pilgrimage site and tourist attraction.
Northern Onitsha, the commercial capital of Anambra. Home to the Onitsha Main Market, one of the largest in Africa.
Southern part of Onitsha metropolis. Major commercial zone with the Upper Iweka Road transport hub.
Agricultural LGA known for yam, cassava and palm oil. Home to the Orumba people with strong cultural festivals.
Known for the famous Uga airport and agricultural activities. Growing commercial centre in southern Anambra.
Located along the Oyi River. Known for rice farming, fishing and Nteje community business activities.
History of Anambra State
Anambra State Budget 2026
The 2026 budget for Anambra State under Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo totals ₦757.9B. The budget details include capital expenditure, recurrent expenditure, Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), federal allocation (FAAC) and sector allocations covering education, health, infrastructure, security and agriculture.
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