Apa
About
Apa is a local government area in Benue State, Nigeria. It is located in the northwestern part of Makurdi, the state capital, and is bounded by Agatu to the north, Gwer West to the east, Otukpo to the south and Omala local government area of Kogi State to the west. The area has an estimated population of about 175,000 people, predominantly Idoma, with a few Igalas and other settlers. The local government is divided into eleven council wards, including Ugbokpo, Edikwu I, Ikobi, Ojantelle/Akpete, Oba, Iga, Oiji, Ojope, Igoro, Edikwu II and Auke. Its economy is based largely on agriculture, with crops such as yams, cassava, maize, guinea corn and melons grown in the area.
History
The origins of Apa stand before the colonial era, as the area historically formed part of the ancient Idoma territories that spanned the middle Benue Valley. Apa was first created on 23 March 1981, became defunct on 31 December 1983, and was later re-created in August 1991.
Source: Wikipedia: Apa, Benue State
Key Facts
State
Benue State
Headquarters
Ugbokpo
Chairman
Danjuma Solomon
Established
23 March 1981
Population
175,000