Njikoka ⓘ is a Local Government Area in Anambra State, south-east Nigeria. Towns that make up the local government include Abagana, Abba, Enugwu-Agidi, Enugwu-ukwu, Nawfia and Nimo, with Abagana being its headquarters.[3] Njikoka falls under the Anambra North senatorial district in Anambra State.[4][5] As at the 2006 census, this LGA has a total population of 148,394 people.[6]
Njikoka | |
|---|---|
| Motto: United we stand | |
 Interactive map of Njikoka | |
| Country |  Nigeria |
| State | Anambra State |
| Capital | Abagana |
| Government | |
| • Type | Local Government |
| • Local Government Chairman | Mr Clems Aguiyi[1] |
| Area | |
• Total | 84.4 km2 (32.6 sq mi) |
| Population (2022)[2] | |
• Total | 211,500 |
| • Density | 2,510/km2 (6,490/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
Geography
editThe local government region of Njikoka has an average temperature of approximately 26 °C (79 °F) and an average humidity level of about 71 percent. The local government region contains numerous rivers and tributaries, and it receives an estimated 2600 mm of precipitation annually.[7]
Economy
editA number of markets, including the Enugwu-Agidi International Timber Market, are held in the Njikoka LGA, which has a thriving commerce industry. Rice, yams, cocoyams, and cassava are just a few of the numerous crops that are grown in the region. Additionally, the Njikoka LGA is home to a number of hotels, banks, businesses, and recreational areas that support the local economy.[8]
References
edit- ↑ https://nigerianleaders.com/local-government-areas-anambra-state-chairmen/
- ↑ "Anambra State: Subdivision". www.citypopulation.de. Retrieved 2024-02-05.
- ↑ "List of Local Government Areas in Anambra State with Headquarters". Xplorer.ng. 2024-11-09. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ↑ "Anambra Senatorial Districts". Centre for Community and Rural Development. Retrieved 2025-06-27.
- ↑ "Mindat.org". www.mindat.org. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ↑ "Nigeria: Administrative Division (States and Local Government Areas) - Population Statistics, Charts and Map". www.citypopulation.de. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ↑ "Njikoka Postal Code | Post Code | Zip Code List". nigeriapostal.com. Retrieved 2023-08-13.
- ↑ "Njikoka Local Government Area". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 2023-08-13.
General references
edit- LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS IN ANAMBRA STATE[permanent dead link] dated July 21, 2007; accessed October 4, 2007