Anambra

- Light of the Nation

Anambra State is located in the South East region of Nigeria, sharing boundaries with Delta to the west and Enugu to the east. Known for its industrial prowess, massive commercial hubs, and legendary literary figures, the state is home to the Onitsha Main Market and the mystical Ogbunike Caves. Its capital, Awka, is celebrated for blacksmithing, education, and administrative heritage.

Capital

Akwa

Created Date

26/01/2026

LGAs

Population

5,900,000

Major Tribes/Languages

Cross River State is one of Nigeria’s most culturally diverse regions, with about thirty seven (37) indigenous languages.

The major tribes are the Efik, Ejagham, and Bekwarra, other tribess include Yakurr, Bahumono, Boki, Yala, Igede, and Ukelle.

Size

4,844 km2

IGR

NGN ₦42.69 Billion (Est. 2024) +

Current Governor

Charles Soludo

Popular Cuisines

Ofe Onugbu (Bitterleaf Soup)

Ofe Onugbu (Bitterleaf Soup) is a popular, traditional Nigerian soup native to the Igbo people of Eastern Nigeria, particularly associated with Anambra State. Despite its name, the soup is not bitter when prepared correctly, as the leaves are thoroughly washed to remove all bitterness.

Abacha (African Salad)

A popular Igbo dish from Abia, especially in areas like Isuochi, featuring boiled cassava strips mixed with palm oil, potash, onions, garden egg leaves, crayfish, and ugba (oil bean seeds).

Ofe Nsala (White Soup)

Ofe Nsala, or white soup, is a traditional Igbo dish from southeastern Nigeria, especially Anambra State. Made without palm oil, it features fresh fish or meat, yam or yam powder, utazi, uziza, and local spices, giving it a light color and rich flavour.