Ngor Okpala
About
Ngor Okpala is a Local Government Area in Imo State, in the eastern part of Nigeria. It is headquartered in Umuneke Ngor and is bounded by Ihiagwa, Owerri and Umuahia, connecting to Abia and Rivers states. With a land area of 561 square kilometres, it is the largest local government area in Imo State. The current executive chairman is Chika Ibekwe. The area has a predominantly cloudy climate and is home to several towns and communities, including Eziala, Obike, Ntu, Ihite and Eziama. The Imo Airport (Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport) is situated in Ngor-Okpala, and the locality is predominantly Christian, with several Catholic and Pentecostal churches.
History
Ngor Okpala is said to have originated from Ama-Asaa, one of its communities. The article does not give further details on its formation or key changes.
Source: Wikipedia: Ngor Okpala
Key Facts
State
Imo State
Headquarters
Umuneke Ngor
Area
561 km²
Population
159,932 (2006)