Ukwa East
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It has an area of 280 km2 and a population of 58,865 at the 2006 census. It has 10 political wards recognised by the Abia State Independent Electoral Commission (ABSIEC), a body that conducts national elections for Nigeria and 14 political wards recognised by the Abia State Independent Electoral Commission, a body that conducts elections for Abia State. Ukwa East shares Azumini border with Akwa Ibom State.[1]
The postal code of the area is 452.[2]
Geography
The average temperature of Ukwa East LGA, which covers an area of 280 square kilometers, is 26 degrees Celsius. The well-known Azumini Blue River flows within the LGA's borders, and the region's typical wind speed is estimated to be 10 km/h.[3]
Economy
Little crude oil is found in the Ukwa East LGA. The LGA is well known for weaving the well-known Akwete Cloth. Aside from farming, trade, animal husbandry, fishing, and wood carving, Ukwa east LGA also engages in significant economic activities.[4]
Localities
Towns and Villages in Ukwa East:[5]
Ala-Ukwu
Azumini
Ibeme
Ikwueke
Ikwuo-Rieator
Ntigha-uzo
Obohia
Umuigbube-Achara
Umuihu-Eze 2
Ohuru
Ikwu-orie
Abayi
Akuma-Imo
References
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