Ihiala, Anambra - Postal code - 431003

Description of Ihiala

Ihiala local government area is situated in Anambra state which is located in the Southeast of Nigeria. The local government is bordered by some parts of the Imo state and by the Ekwusigo, Ogbaru, and Nnewi south LGAs of Anambra state. Villages and towns that makeup Ihiala local government include Azia, Amorka, Okija, Isseke, Lilu, Orsumoghu, Mbosi, Ubuluisiuzor, and Uli. The estimated population of the Ihiala local government area is more compared to some other local governments with the area having the vast majority of the inhabitants being members of the Igbo ethnic group. The Igbo language is broadly spoken in the area while the religion of Christianity is largely practiced in the local government area. Notable festivals celebrated in Ihiala LGA include the New Yam festival while notable landmarks that are situated in the area include the Anambra state School of Nursing and the Anambra state University in Uli.

Geography of Ihiala

Ihiala local government area falls under the Tropical climate and have two different seasons which are the dry and the rainy seasons. The average temperature of the area is calculated at 26 degrees centigrade while the humidity level of the area put at an average of about 71 percent. The total precipitation of the Ihiala local government is at an average of about 2250 mm of rainfall per annum.

Alternative Names: Ihiala LGA

Latitude: 5° 51’ 17” N

Longitude: 6° 51’ 33” E

Population: 83,265 (2016)

Economy of Ihiala

Farming is a vital feature of the economy of Ihiala local government with the area popularly known for the cultivation of a number of crops such as cassava, yam, vegetables, and cocoyam. The local government area also has a lively trade sector and hosts some markets such as the Nkwogbe markets and the Nkwor Ihiala. Ihiala local government area also hosts a number of Banks, Hotels, public and private institutions.