All 21 Local Government Areas of Anambra State
Complete list of every LGA in Anambra State — headquarters, land area, population, notable communities, and key economic facts.
Anambra State LGA Records
Complete List of LGAs in Anambra State
| # | LGA Name | Headquarters | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aguata | Aguata | 534 |
| 2 | Anambra East | Otuocha | 418 |
| 3 | Anambra West Largest | Nzam | 613 |
| 4 | Anaocha | Neni | 109 |
| 5 | Awka North | Achalla | 356 |
| 6 | Awka South | Awka | 175 |
| 7 | Ayamelum | Anaku | 196 |
| 8 | Dunukofia | Ukpo | 72 |
| 9 | Ekwusigo | Ozubulu | 104 |
| 10 | Idemili North | Ogidi | 66 |
| 11 | Idemili South | Ojoto | 145 |
| 12 | Ihiala | Ihiala | 310 |
| 13 | Njikoka | Abagana | 81 |
| 14 | Nnewi North | Nnewi | 128 |
| 15 | Nnewi South | Ukpor | 176 |
| 16 | Ogbaru | Atani | 504 |
| 17 | Onitsha North | Onitsha | 305 |
| 18 | Onitsha South | Fegge | 196 |
| 19 | Orumba North | Ajalli | 44 |
| 20 | Orumba South Smallest | Umunze | 24 |
| 21 | Oyi | Nkwelle Ezunaka | 331 |
21 LGAs total. Combined land area: 4,887 km².
Detailed Profile of Each LGA in Anambra State
Each Local Government Area in Anambra State has a distinct character, history, and economic function. Below is a comprehensive profile of all 21 LGAs.
Large southern Anambra LGA containing communities including Isuofia, where Governor Charles Soludo originates. Agriculture, commerce and residential development are important activities.
Full profile of Aguata LGA →Riverine LGA on the eastern side of the Anambra River. Agriculture, rice production, fishing and floodplain activities are important to the local economy.
Full profile of Anambra East LGA →Anambra West LGA
Predominantly riverine and agricultural LGA along the lower Niger basin. Fishing, rice cultivation and other agricultural activities are important.
Full profile of Anambra West LGA →Central Anambra LGA containing communities including Neni, Agulu and Adazi. Known for agriculture, commerce, education and cultural heritage.
Full profile of Anaocha LGA →LGA north of the state capital containing communities including Achalla and surrounding settlements. Agriculture and residential expansion are important.
Full profile of Awka North LGA →Home of Awka, the capital of Anambra State. The LGA contains major government institutions, Nnamdi Azikiwe University facilities, businesses, markets and residential districts.
Full profile of Awka South LGA →Northern riverine LGA known for agriculture, rice cultivation and fishing. Communities are closely connected to the Anambra River and surrounding floodplains.
Full profile of Ayamelum LGA →Compact central Anambra LGA containing communities including Ukpo, Ifitedunu and Umunnachi. Agriculture and commerce are important local activities.
Full profile of Dunukofia LGA →Southern Anambra LGA containing Ozubulu and surrounding communities. Agriculture, trade, small-scale industry and construction-related activities are important.
Full profile of Ekwusigo LGA →Densely populated urbanising LGA containing Ogidi, Nkpor and other major communities. Commerce, manufacturing, transport and residential development are significant.
Full profile of Idemili North LGA →Southern LGA with communities including Ojoto, Nnobi and Awka-Etiti. Agriculture, commerce and residential development are important.
Full profile of Idemili South LGA →Southern Anambra LGA and important agricultural and commercial area. It contains communities including Okija and is associated with cocoa, oil palm and food-crop production.
Full profile of Ihiala LGA →Central Anambra LGA containing Abagana, Enugwu-Ukwu and Nawfia. The area has strong traditional institutions, agriculture, commerce and residential development.
Full profile of Njikoka LGA →Major industrial and commercial LGA centred on Nnewi. It is internationally associated with indigenous entrepreneurship, manufacturing, automobile businesses and industrial development.
Full profile of Nnewi North LGA →Southern LGA containing Ukpor and other communities around the Nnewi area. Agriculture, commerce and industrial activities are important.
Full profile of Nnewi South LGA →Large riverine LGA west of the Niger River. Fishing, agriculture, sand-related activities, transportation and trade are important to the local economy.
Full profile of Ogbaru LGA →Major urban LGA containing parts of Onitsha and important commercial districts including the Onitsha Main Market area.
Full profile of Onitsha North LGA →Densely populated urban LGA forming part of metropolitan Onitsha. Commerce, transport, manufacturing and services dominate the local economy.
Full profile of Onitsha South LGA →Highland LGA containing Oko and other historic communities. Federal Polytechnic Oko is one of the major institutions in the area.
Full profile of Orumba North LGA →Orumba South LGA
Southern highland LGA headquartered at Umunze. It is known for agriculture and educational institutions including the Federal College of Education (Technical), Umunze.
Full profile of Orumba South LGA →Central Anambra LGA containing Ogbunike, Nkwelle Ezunaka and other communities. Ogbunike Caves are one of the state's major tourist attractions.
Full profile of Oyi LGA →About Local Government Areas in Anambra State
Local Government Areas (LGAs) are the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal and state governments. Anambra State has 21 LGAs.
What Is an LGA Chairman?
Each LGA in Anambra State is headed by an elected Local Government Chairman.
History of LGA Creation in Nigeria
Nigeria's current 774 LGAs were created through a series of administrative reforms. For the full story, see the guide to History of State Creation in Nigeria.
Frequently Asked Questions — Anambra State LGAs
How many local government areas does Anambra State have?
Anambra State has 21 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
What are the 21 local governments of Anambra State?
The 21 Local Government Areas of Anambra State are: Aguata, Anambra East, Anambra West, Anaocha, Awka North, Awka South, Ayamelum, Dunukofia, Ekwusigo, Idemili North, Idemili South, Ihiala, Njikoka, Nnewi North, Nnewi South, Ogbaru, Onitsha North, Onitsha South, Orumba North, Orumba South, Oyi.
What is the biggest local government in Anambra State?
Anambra West LGA is the largest local government area in Anambra State by land area, covering approximately 613 km². Its headquarters is Nzam.
What is the smallest local government in Anambra State?
Orumba South LGA is the smallest local government area in Anambra State by land area, covering approximately 24 km².
Which local government area in Anambra State is the richest?
Economic value varies by LGA based on natural resources, commerce, and infrastructure. The LGA containing the state capital — Awka — typically has the highest concentration of economic activity and government institutions.
What is an LGA in Nigeria?
LGA stands for Local Government Area. It is the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal government and state governments. Nigeria has 774 LGAs in total across its 36 states and the FCT. Each LGA is headed by an elected chairman and councillors. LGAs receive federal allocations monthly from the Federation Account and are responsible for primary education, basic healthcare, community development, and local roads.