Anambra is the eighth-most populated state in the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the second-most densely populated state in Nigeria after Lagos State. The stretch of more than 45 km between the towns of Oba and Amorka contains a cluster of numerous thickly populated villages and small towns, giving the area an estimated average density of ...

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3 days ago · In this piece, Naijabiography explores the history of Anambra State, the culture and tradition of the Anambra people, their belief system, and trades. Research reveals that the Igbo-Ukwu and Ezira have indicated that Anambra’s history dates back to the 9th century AD.

Jan 25, 2025 · Anambra, state, east-central Nigeria. Anambra state was first formed in 1976 from the northern half of East-Central state, and in 1991 it was considerably reduced in area by an administrative reorganization that created the new state of Enugu.

1 day ago · With the date for the Anambra State governorship election fixed for November 8, 2025, horse trading has already begun among politicians that have declared interest in taking over Governor Chukwuma ...

14 hours ago · Anambra State government has denied that the new Anambra homeland security law, which has led to arrest of native doctors who prepare charms for kidnappers is targeted at traditional religion ...

1 day ago · Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has been warned to avoid repeating the mistakes of former Governor, Chinweoke Mbadinuju, by curtailing the excesses of a group known as "Bakassi Boys" in ...

The area today, known as Anambra State was created on August 27, 1991, along with eight other states of Nigeria by the then Military President, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida GCFR. The state derives its name from Anambra River, which is a colonial convenient pronunciation of …

Dec 20, 2018 · Top facts about HISTORY of ANAMBRA state. Anambra state is one of the most densely populated state in Nigeria. Learn more about early and modern times and the key figures who played crucial roles in Anambra state’s growth.

Feb 3, 2019 · Anambra is one of the 36 states in Nigeria with its capital in Awka. Nicknamed the “Light of the Nation”, Anambra is located in the southeastern part of the country. The old Anambra state was created on February 3, 1976, by the military regime of Gen. Murtala Muhammed while the new Anambra was created on the 27th of August 1991.