Odukpani
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President Olusegun Obasanjo announced in March 2006 that a 561 megawatt gas turbine power station was to be opened at Ikot Nyong in the LGA.[3] In April 2008, the House Committee on Power and Steel was investigating the power station project, which was only 30% complete and eight months behind schedule, although the contractor had been fully paid.[4]
Settlements in Odukpani include, Akpap Okoyong, Eki, Eniong Abatim, Ito, Idere, Ukwa Ibom, Creek Town, Inuakpa Okoyong, Okurikang. The LGA has approximately a population of 257,800 persons.[5]
The paramount ruler of Odukpani local government area is His Royal Majesty, Etinyin Otu Asuquo Otu Mesembe VI.
Climate
The climate of Odukpani is tropical humid with wet and dry seasons annual rainfall between 1300-3000mm. These areas are characterized by high temperatures, rainfall, and humidity.[6]
References
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- ↑ IDMC : Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre | Countries | Nigeria | Controversy over demarcation between LGAs in the Cross River and Akwa Ibom states caused violence and displacement, 2001
- ↑ Obasanjo in Calabar, speaks on 25-year electricity plan The Vanguard, Saturday, March 11, 2006
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Inuakpa Okoyong