Aba South
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Aba South | |
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 Interactive map of Aba South | |
  Aba South Location in Nigeria | |
| Coordinates: 5°06′N 7°21′E / 5.100°N 7.350°E | |
| Country |  Nigeria |
| State | Abia State |
| Headquarters at: | Aba |
| Government | |
| • Local Government Chairwoman | Emma Iheoma Emeruwa |
| • Local Government Deputy Chairman | Agbahiwe Omenka Callison |
| Area | |
• Total | 89 km2 (34 sq mi) |
| Population (2006 census) | |
• Total | 427,421[1] |
| • Density | 4,800/km2 (12,000/sq mi) |
| 3-digit postal code prefix | 450 |
| ISO 3166 code | NG.AB.AS |
Aba South ⓘ is a Local Government Area in Abia State, located in southeastern Nigeria. It is one of the 17 LGAs that make up the state and forms part of the Aba urban area. Aba South is located in the Abia South senatorial district of Abia State.[2] The LGA shares boundaries with Aba North, Obingwa, and Ugwunagbo LGAs. The administrative headquarters of Aba South is situated in Aba.[3]
The LGA covers an area of approximately 49 square kilometers and has a population of 423,852.[citation needed]
The postal code for Aba South is 450.[4]
Economy
[edit]The economy of Aba South is largely driven by trade, small-scale manufacturing, and informal enterprise, with the area serving as a major commercial center in southeastern Nigeria.
Climate/Geography
[edit]The wet season in Aba is warm and overcast while the dry season is hot and mainly cloudy, and it is very hot all year round. Over a period of the year, the temperature typically changes from 68 °F to 88 °F and is rarely below 61 °F or over 91 °F.[5][6][7]
The average temperature in Aba South LGA is 28 degrees Celsius or 82 degrees Fahrenheit, and there is a 72 percent humidity level in this 49 km2 (19 sq mi) area.[6][5][7]
Temperature
[edit]Aba South's climate is characterized by a hot and mainly cloudy dry season. Throughout the year, temperatures range from 68 °F to 88 °F. The warmest period occurs in February, with an average temperature of 81.6 °F, while the coldest month, July, averages around 75.4 °F.[5][6][7]
The cool season spans from June 15 to October 7, lasting for 3.8 months. During this time, daily high temperatures remain below 85 °F. August stands out as the coldest month, with an average low of 70 °F and a high of 82 °F.[7][5][6]
Precipitation
[edit]Rainfall significantly influences Aba South's climate throughout the year. The region's annual mean temperature is 78.2 °F, and its climate is classified as tropical (Am) according to the Köppen-Geiger scale. Annually, Aba South receives an average precipitation of approximately 108.1 inches (2747 mm). Rainfall distribution is consistent, with September recording the highest average rainfall of 330 millimetres (13.1 inches). Conversely, January is the driest month, with only 46 millimetres (1.8 inches) of rain. Notably, October sees the most precipitation, averaging 350 millimetres (13.7 inches).[7][6][5]
Roads
[edit]Aba South has an extensive road network. Many of the internal roads, such as Port Harcourt Road, Faulks Road, Market Road, School Road, Ngwa Road, Ohanku Road, and Obohia Road were until recently in various states of disrepair, marked by potholes, poor drainage, and frequent flooding during the rainy season.
Since 2023, Aba South has undergone significant infrastructural improvements under the administration of Governor Alex Otti. One of the most notable projects is the reconstruction and expansion of Port Harcourt Road, a major artery in Aba. This project, handled by Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, aims to rejuvenate economic activities in the area and is scheduled for commissioning by May 29, 2025.[8]
Localities
[edit]Towns and Villages under Aba south:[9]
• Eziukwu-Aba Umurakpa Umuoguikpe Umuwaoma Umuaharauku Umuowuala Umukaenyi Umuonyeike Umuagomuo Umukaonu Ife-Umuade la Umuchima
• Obuda-Aba Umuamara Umumgbeoji Okpukoroala
• Asaeme
• Akolie
• Ancient Ohazu Ndiegoro Akolie Umuonyeike Umudike Iheorji
• Nnetu
• Ohabiam
• Umuagbai
• Umumba
• Umuosi
• Abaukwu
• Amaufuru
• Asaokpuja
• Umuokpoji
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ https://www.citypopulation.de/en/nigeria/admin/NGA001__abia/
- ^ "Nigeria 2023: Six key battleground districts to watch during the Senatorial election". The Africa Report.com. Retrieved 2025-06-25.
- ^ "Profile of geographical entity". World Gazetteer. Retrieved 2009-11-05.[dead link]
- ^ "Post Offices". NIPOST. Archived from the original on 7 October 2009. Retrieved 2009-10-20.
- ^ a b c d e "Climate and Average Weather Year Round in Aba Nigeria".
- ^ a b c d e "Aba South in Abia in Nigeria - Information on Aba South - Nigeria.Places-in-the-world.com". nigeria.places-in-the-world.com. Retrieved 2023-08-21.
- ^ a b c d e "Aba South weather forecast for today". justweather.org. Retrieved 2023-08-05.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ places (1970-01-01). "Towns & Villages in Aba South « Abia State « Nigeria". Towns & Villages. Retrieved 2023-08-21.
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