All 17 Local Government Areas of Enugu State
Complete list of every LGA in Enugu State — headquarters, land area, population, notable communities, and key economic facts.
Complete List of LGAs in Enugu State
| # | LGA Name | Headquarters | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aninri | Ndeaboh | — |
| 2 | Awgu | Awgu | — |
| 3 | Enugu East | Enugu | — |
| 4 | Enugu North | Enugu | — |
| 5 | Enugu South | Enugu | — |
| 6 | Ezeagu | Aguobu-Owa | — |
| 7 | Igbo Etiti | Ogbede | — |
| 8 | Igbo Eze North | Enugu-Ezike | — |
| 9 | Igbo Eze South | Ibagwa-Aka | — |
| 10 | Isi Uzo | Ikem | — |
| 11 | Nkanu East | Amurri | — |
| 12 | Nkanu West | Agbani | — |
| 13 | Nsukka | Nsukka | — |
| 14 | Oji River | Oji River | — |
| 15 | Udenu | Obollo-Afor | — |
| 16 | Udi | Udi | — |
| 17 | Uzo-Uwani | Adani | — |
17 LGAs total.
Detailed Profile of Each LGA in Enugu State
Each Local Government Area in Enugu State has a distinct character, history, and economic function. Below is a comprehensive profile of all 17 LGAs.
Southern Enugu LGA containing communities including Ndeaboh and Mpu. Agriculture and local commerce are important economic activities.
Full profile of Aninri LGA →Southern Enugu LGA with a predominantly rural and agricultural economy. Awgu contains numerous autonomous communities and traditional institutions.
Full profile of Awgu LGA →Urban LGA within the Enugu metropolitan area. It contains residential, commercial, educational and government-related developments.
Full profile of Enugu East LGA →Central urban LGA containing major parts of Enugu city, including important commercial, administrative, educational and cultural locations.
Full profile of Enugu North LGA →Urban LGA containing important residential, commercial and institutional areas in the Enugu metropolitan region.
Full profile of Enugu South LGA →Western Enugu LGA known for agriculture, natural landscapes, traditional communities and attractions such as Ezeagu Cave and Waterfall.
Full profile of Ezeagu LGA →Northern-central Enugu LGA with a strong agricultural economy and numerous Igbo communities.
Full profile of Igbo Etiti LGA →Northern Enugu LGA centred on Enugu-Ezike. Agriculture and local commerce are major economic activities.
Full profile of Igbo Eze North LGA →Northern Enugu LGA with a predominantly agricultural economy and communities including Ibagwa-Aka and surrounding settlements.
Full profile of Igbo Eze South LGA →Eastern Enugu LGA with agricultural communities and important road connections toward Ebonyi and Benue states.
Full profile of Isi Uzo LGA →Large southeastern Enugu LGA containing Owo, Amurri and numerous Nkanu communities. Agriculture and urban expansion from Enugu city are important features.
Full profile of Nkanu East LGA →LGA immediately south of Enugu city and home to Agbani. It combines urban expansion, education, agriculture and traditional communities.
Full profile of Nkanu West LGA →Major northern Enugu LGA and home to the main campus of the University of Nigeria. Nsukka is an important educational, agricultural and commercial centre.
Full profile of Nsukka LGA →Western Enugu LGA associated with the Oji River basin, agriculture, commerce and historic industrial activity.
Full profile of Oji River LGA →Northern Enugu LGA with Obollo-Afor as headquarters. Agriculture and regional commerce are important to the local economy.
Full profile of Udenu LGA →Western Enugu LGA known for the Udi hills, historic coal-related activities and natural attractions including areas around Awhum and Ngwo.
Full profile of Udi LGA →Large northern/western Enugu LGA with extensive agricultural land. Rice, cassava, yam and other crops are important to the local economy.
Full profile of Uzo-Uwani LGA →About Local Government Areas in Enugu State
Local Government Areas (LGAs) are the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal and state governments. Enugu State has 17 LGAs.
What Is an LGA Chairman?
Each LGA in Enugu 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 — Enugu State LGAs
How many local government areas does Enugu State have?
Enugu State has 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
What are the 17 local governments of Enugu State?
The 17 Local Government Areas of Enugu State are: Aninri, Awgu, Enugu East, Enugu North, Enugu South, Ezeagu, Igbo Etiti, Igbo Eze North, Igbo Eze South, Isi Uzo, Nkanu East, Nkanu West, Nsukka, Oji River, Udenu, Udi, Uzo-Uwani.
What is the biggest local government in Enugu State?
Enugu State has 17 LGAs of varying sizes.
What is the smallest local government in Enugu State?
Area data is available for each LGA in the table on this page.
Which local government area in Enugu State is the richest?
Economic value varies by LGA based on natural resources, commerce, and infrastructure. The LGA containing the state capital — Enugu — 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.