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Coordinates: 5°5114N 6°5136E / 5.85389°N 6.86000°E / 5.85389; 6.86000
 

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Ihiala
LGA and city
Ihiala is located in Nigeria
Ihiala

Ihiala

Coordinates: 5°51′14N 6°51′36E / 5.85389°N 6.86000°E / 5.85389; 6.86000
Country Nigeria
StateAnambra State
Area
 • Total116.1 sq mi (300.8 km2)
Population
 (2022)[1]
 • Total430,800
 • Density3,700/sq mi (1,400/km2)
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)
National languageIgbo
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Ihiala is a city in Nigeria, located in the southern part of Anambra State and within the region known as Igboland. It has long served as the local administrative capital of Ihiala Local Government Area. The Local Government Area has a population of about 430,800.

Ihiala is the largest city in Ihiala Local Government Area which also consists of several other towns like Amorka, Azia, Lilu, Okija, Mbosi, Isseke, Orsumoghu, Ubuluisuzor and Uli.[2] It lies in the agricultural belt of the state.

Ihiala is currently represented in the Federal House of Representatives by Honorable Ifeanyi Chudy Momah[3] The Current Oluoha of Ihiala (Traditional Ruler) is Igwe Thomas Ikenna Amuta Obidiegwu.

Economy[edit]

The Ihiala LGA's economy heavily relies on agriculture, and the region is well-known for growing a variety of crops, including vegetables, cassava, yams, and cocoyams. Additionally, the region has a thriving commercial sector and is home to a number of marketplaces, including the Nkwor Ihiala and Nkwogbe markets. Numerous banks, hotels, and other private and public institutions are located in Ihiala LGA.[4]

Boundaries[edit]

Ihiala region is located in the Southwest of Anambra State and to the Northwest, it shares a border with Nnewi Local Government. To the Northeast and the East, with IMO State and to the west with Ekwusigo Local Government. Also to the South is located the Delta State.[5]

Climate[edit]

In Ihiala, the rainy season is warm, oppressive, and even overcast while the dry season is hot, muggy, and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 67 °F to 87 °F and is rarely below 59 °F or above 90 °F.[6][7]

Notable people[edit]

Engineer Mark Ezemba a robust politician and champion of Urassi state. Former Necon Chairman Ogun state. True son of Amorka , the Biafran airport hub.

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Anambra State: Subdivision". www.citypopulation.de. Retrieved 2024-02-05.
  • ^ "Ihiala L.G.A List of towns and villages | Nigeria Zip Codes". mycyberict.com. Retrieved 2019-01-10.
  • ^ "Elected Members of the Federal House of Representatives" (PDF).
  • ^ "Ihiala Local Government Area". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 2023-08-14.
  • ^ "History". ihiala. Retrieved 2022-09-16.
  • ^ "Climate and Average Weather Year Round in Ihiala Nigeria".
  • ^ Atlas, Weather. "Yearly & Monthly weather - Ihiala, Nigeria". Weather Atlas. Retrieved 2023-08-14.

  • Retrieved from "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ihiala&oldid=1204319056"

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