Nnewi North
Nnewi North | |
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Interactive map of Nnewi North | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| State | Anambra State |
| Government | |
| • Type | Local Government |
| • Local Government Chairman | Mr Mbazulike Iloka[1] |
| Area | |
• Total | 20.75 sq mi (53.74 km2) |
| Population (2022)[2] | |
• Total | 221,500 |
| • Density | 10,680/sq mi (4,122/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
Nnewi North ⓘ is a Local Government Area in Anambra State, south-central Nigeria. Nnewi is the only town in Nnewi North LGA, and also serves as the headquarters.[3] It has four villages (sub-towns) that make up the one-town local government, which includes; Otolo, Uruagu, Umudim and Nnewi-ichi. ,[4]
Nnewi North falls under the Anambra South senatorial district of Anambra State.[5] As at the 2006 census, this LGA has a total population of 155,443 people.[6] The traditional ruler of Nnewi- Igwe of Nnewi -presently is Igwe Kenneth Orizu the 3rd of which this royal family is from Otolo Nnewi, and for this reason, is regarded as first among equals of the four villages. Other traditional rulers exist in other villages and they oversee the traditional affairs of their respective villages, amongst which are Obi Nnamdi AC Obi (ogidi) who is obi of Uruagu, Obi Umudim And obi Onyekaba Of Nnewichi. In this vein one may ask who is now Obi of Otolo since the royal family of Igwe oversees the traditional affairs of entire nnewi.
Economy
An industrialized area, Nnewi North LGA is home to various manufacturing businesses that create a diverse range of goods. As a result of the LGA's numerous marketplaces, including the Nkwo Nnewi Main market, where a variety of goods are sold, trade is also thriving in Nnewi North. The Nnewi North LGA is home to a number of banks, hotels, rest areas, governmental organizations, and privately owned businesses that have a substantial economic impact on the LGA.[7]
Geography
The Nnewi North LGA has various rivers and streams flowing within its borders, with an average temperature of 26°C. The dry and wet seasons are the two main ones that the LGA experiences. According to estimates, Nnewi North LGA experiences an average humidity level of 72% and annual precipitation totals of 2550 mm.[8]
Notable people
- Joseph Egemonye, Nigerian Journalist
- Ebele Ofunneamaka Okeke, former head of the Nigerian Civil Service
- Late Chief Onuzulike Daniel Okonkwo (Ozuome-Nnewi); diplomat, educator, and writer. Chief Okonkwo was the first indigenous Principal of Okongwu Memorial Grammar School, Nnewi, Nigeria, and the former chairman of Onitsha Southern County Council. ,[9]
References
- ^ "List of Local Government Areas in Anambra State, and Their Chairmen". 27 September 2024.
- ^ "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.
- ^ Admin (2018-07-31). "Nnewi North postal/zip codes (Anambra State)". Postcode. Retrieved 2025-06-28.
- ^ "Anambra Senatorial Districts". Centre for Community and Rural Development. Retrieved 2025-06-27.
- ^ "Nigeria: Administrative Division (States and Local Government Areas) - Population Statistics, Charts and Map". www.citypopulation.de. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Nnewi North Local Government Area". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 2023-10-05.
- ^ "Nnewi North Local Government Area". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 2023-10-05.
- ^ "Category: People". Nnewi City Portal | Anambra State, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-06-28.
- LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS IN ANAMBRA STATE dated July 21, 2007; accessed October 4, 2007