Anambra State Capital Territory DATAVIEW: PUBLIC_ACCESS
Awka City View
Administrative Headquarters

The Pulse of
Anambra State

Awka South is the seat of power, commerce, and education. We combine transparent governance with data-driven development.

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Est. Population
300k+
Rapid Growth
Govt Institutions
15+
Ministries & Agencies
Tertiary Inst.
02
UNIZIK & Paul Univ.
Daily Commute
High
Major Transport Hub

Economic Sector Analysis

Awka South has a unique "hybrid economy." Unlike agrarian LGAs, Awka South is driven by the Civil Service, Education, and Commerce sectors.

  • Commerce (Eke Awka) 40%
  • Public Sector / Govt 35%
  • Education & Services 15%
  • Agriculture 10%
Governance

Administrative Leadership

Profile

Prince Chinedu Okafor

Local Government Chairman

Office Status

Active Term

LGA Secretariat

Physical Address

Old Enugu/Onitsha Road,
Beside Anambra State Police Command,
Amawbia, Anambra State.

Contact Channels

Note: The Secretariat is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM for public inquiries, business permits, and civic registration.

Strategic Infrastructure

Government House

Location: along Enugu-Onitsha Expressway. The administrative heart of Anambra State.

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

A federal university that drives the local real estate and service economy in Ifite-Awka.

Eke Awka Market

The largest retail market in the city, serving as the central trading hub.

Blacksmith Heritage

Awka is historically famous for metal works, a tradition still celebrated today.

Flyover Bridges

Modern flyovers at Aroma, Kwata, and Amawbia junctions ease capital traffic.

Hospitality Sector

Highest concentration of hotels and convention centers in the state.

Community Data Register

Community Name Designation Action
Amawbia LGA Secretariat View Map
Awka State Capital View Map
Nibo Major Town View Map
Nise Major Town View Map
Okpuno Developing Urban View Map
Isiagu Community View Map
Mbaukwu Community View Map
Umuawulu Community View Map
Ezinato Community View Map