All Questions & Answers
Who is the current Governor of Anambra State?
Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo
Who is the current Deputy Governor of Anambra State?
Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim
Who is the current Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly?
Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze
Which political party does Governor Soludo belong to?
All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)
Who represents Anambra North Senatorial District?
Senator Tony Nwoye
Who represents Anambra Central Senatorial District?
Senator Victor Umeh
Who represents Anambra South Senatorial District?
Vacant (Bye-election pending after death of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah in July 2024)
When was Governor Soludo sworn into office?
March 17, 2022
Which political party does Senator Tony Nwoye belong to?
Labour Party (LP)
Who was the previous senator for Anambra South before the 2024 bye-election?
Senator Ifeanyi Ubah (died July 2024)
What is the capital of Anambra State?
Awka
What is the slogan of Anambra State?
Light of the Nation
When was Anambra State created?
August 27, 1991
Which state was the current Anambra carved out from?
Old Anambra State (which had its capital in Enugu)
How many Local Government Areas (LGAs) are in Anambra State?
21
Who created Anambra State?
General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida
Which geopolitical zone is Anambra State located?
South-East geopolitical zone
What is the estimated population of Anambra State?
Over 6.3 million people (2025 estimate)
Who was the first military Governor of Anambra State?
John Atom Kpera (1976-1978)
Who was the first civilian Governor of Anambra State?
Jim Nwobodo (1979-1983)
Who was Nigeria's first President from Anambra State?
Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe (Zik of Africa)
What historic kingdom existed in Anambra State?
Kingdom of Nri (capital at Igbo-Ukwu)
Which Anambra town is known for ancient metal works?
Igbo-Ukwu
Who was the first African Secretary-General of the Commonwealth from Anambra?
Chief Emeka Anyaoku
Which famous Nigerian author is from Anambra State?
Professor Chinua Achebe (author of Things Fall Apart)
Who was Nigeria's First Vice President from Anambra State?
Dr. Alex Ekwueme
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in Anambra?
Ogbunike Caves
What is the main economic base of Anambra State?
Commerce, trade, and manufacturing
Which city is the major commercial hub of Anambra State?
Onitsha
Which states border Anambra State?
Delta, Imo, Rivers, Enugu, and Kogi States
Which major river flows through Anambra State?
Niger River and Anambra River
Name three major towns in Anambra State
Onitsha, Nnewi, Awka, Ekwulobia, and Ihiala
What is Nnewi city known for industrially?
Auto manufacturing, particularly Innoson Motors
What is the ONA Industrial Axis?
Onitsha-Nnewi-Awka Industrial Axis recognized in 2012
What natural resources are found in Anambra State?
Natural gas, crude oil, bauxite, and ceramic
What is the famous Onitsha festival called?
Ofala Festival
What is Ogbunike Caves famous for?
UNESCO World Heritage Site with historic caves
What is special about Agulu Crocodile Lake?
Home to an estimated three hundred crocodiles
Which tourism resort is located in Oba, Anambra?
Rojenny Holiday Village
What traditional dances are performed in Anambra?
Mkpokiti, Atilogwu, and Egedege
Which stadium in Anambra hosted international matches?
Rojenny International Stadium
Name two historical football clubs from Anambra
FC Ifeanyi Ubah and Anambra Pillars FC
Who is the current Chief Judge of Anambra State?
Justice Onochie Anyachebelu
Who is the Commissioner for Finance in Anambra State?
Izuchukwu Okafor
Who is the Commissioner for Works in Anambra State?
Engr. Ifeanyi Okoma
Who is the Commissioner for Education in Anambra State?
Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh
Who is the Commissioner for Information in Anambra State?
Law Mefor
What are the indigenous ethnic groups of Anambra State?
Igbo people (99% of population)
Which language is primarily spoken in Anambra State?
Igbo and English
How many senators represent Anambra State in the National Assembly?
Three (3)
What is Anambra State ranking in terms of population density in Nigeria?
Second most densely populated state after Lagos
When did Nnamdi Azikiwe serve as Nigeria's President?
1963-1966 (First Republic)
Which major agricultural products are grown in Anambra?
Yams, taro, oil palm products, rice, corn, cassava, and citrus fruits
What is Onitsha Main Market known for?
One of the largest markets in West Africa
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