Ohaukwu Local Government Area
Northern Ebonyi LGA with major agricultural communities including Ngbo and Ezzamgbo. Farming and local commerce are important economic activities.
About Ohaukwu LGA
Northern Ebonyi LGA with major agricultural communities including Ngbo and Ezzamgbo. Farming and local commerce are important economic activities.
Landmarks & Attractions in Ohaukwu LGA
Iyi-Ekwo Waterfall
Iyi-Ekwo Waterfall is a natural waterfall and scenic attraction in Ebonyi. Water flows over rocky terrain surrounded by vegetation, creating an attractive location for eco-tourism and recreation.
Notable People from Ohaukwu LGA
First elected Governor of Ebonyi State from 1999 to 2007 and former Federal Minister of Education.
1954About Ohaukwu LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ohaukwu Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Ebonyi State in Nigeria. Local Government Areas are the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal and state governments. Each LGA is governed by an elected Local Government Chairman and councillors, responsible for primary education, basic healthcare, local roads, and community development.
Ohaukwu LGA and Ebonyi State
As part of Ebonyi State in the South East geopolitical zone, Ohaukwu LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Ebonyi State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ohaukwu LGA
What is Ohaukwu LGA known for?
Northern Ebonyi LGA with major agricultural communities including Ngbo and Ezzamgbo. Farming and local commerce are important economic activities.
What is the headquarters of Ohaukwu LGA?
The headquarters of Ohaukwu LGA is Ezzamgbo, Ebonyi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ohaukwu in Ebonyi State?
Ohaukwu is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ezzamgbo.
What are the communities in Ohaukwu LGA?
The major communities in Ohaukwu LGA are centred around its headquarters (Ezzamgbo) and include numerous residential, commercial, and rural settlements within its boundaries.
When was Ohaukwu LGA created?
Ohaukwu LGA was established during Nigeria's local government reform exercises, as part of the process of creating the current 774 LGAs across Nigeria.
How large is Ohaukwu LGA in Ebonyi State?
Ohaukwu LGA is located in Ebonyi State, Nigeria.
What is the population of Ohaukwu LGA?
Accurate, up-to-date population data for Ohaukwu LGA is not available, as Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006. Current figures are based on projections from that census.