Rivers State
Local Government Area · Rivers State

Andoni

About

Andoni is a Local Government Area in Rivers State, Nigeria, with its headquarters in Ngo-Town. The area covers over 233 square kilometres and had a population of over 311,500 at the last census. Its people are of Cross River ancestry and belong to the Obolo clan, a distinct ethnic group. The area shares boundaries with Khana to the north, Opobo Nkoro to the east, Bonny to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the south. The local government is largely agrarian, with fish, shrimp and crop farming as key activities. Oyorokoto is described as a major fishing port, and the area is known for its creeks, beaches and wildlife. Andoni also hosts an annual five-day Unity Carnival featuring boat regatta, coconut festival and cultural parade.

History

Andoni was created in 1991 as a Local Government Area of Rivers State. The local government council is led by an elected Local Government Chairman, who currently is Hon. Prince Lucky Promise Otuo JP of the APC, assisted by a Deputy Chairman and a council of elected ward representatives.

Source: Wikipedia: Andoni

Key Facts

State

Rivers State

Headquarters

Ngo-Town

Chairman

Hon. Prince Lucky Promise Otuo JP

Established

1991

Area

233 km²

Population

311500