Nkanu East
About
Nkanu East is a Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is located in the town of Amagunze. Communities in the area include Nara Unateze, Nomeh Unateze, Akpawfu, Ugbawka, Nkerefi, Mburubu, Owo, Ubahu, Amaechi Idodo, Ama Nkanu, Oruku, Aguikpa, Amagunze and Ihuokpara. The area is known for traditional masquerades, palm wine tapping, palm produce, farming, rice and cassava cultivation, and trading.
History
The local council was formed around 1983. Ihuokpara, one of the most prominent towns in Nkanu East, has an ancient history that is considered important when Nkanu and Enugu State more broadly are discussed. The area has not advanced very much in terms of basic amenities such as road network, electricity, hospitals, modern housing and schools.
Source: Wikipedia: Nkanu East
Key Facts
State
Enugu State
Headquarters
Amagunze
Chairman
Okechukwu Edeh
Established
around 1983
Area
795 km²
Population
148,774 (2006 census)