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Delta State
“The Big Heart”
South South Zone
Since 1991
25 LGAs
Key Information
Capital City
Asaba
Governor
Sheriff Oborevwori
Deputy Governor
Monday Onyeme
Date Created
August 27, 1991
Geopolitical Zone
South South
Area
17,698 km²
Estimated Population
~5.5 million (est.)
Senatorial Districts
3
About Delta State
Delta State is located in the Niger Delta region of southern Nigeria. It is one of the largest oil-producing states in the country, with significant petroleum and natural gas reserves. The state capital, Asaba, is located on the western bank of the Niger River. Delta State is ethnically diverse, home to the Urhobo, Isoko, Ijaw, Itsekiri, and Anioma peoples among others. Warri, the commercial capital, is an important port city and oil industry hub.
Local Government Areas (25)
Aniocha North
Aniocha South
Bomadi
Burutu
Ethiope East
Ethiope West
Ika North East
Ika South
Isoko North
Isoko South
Ndokwa East
Ndokwa West
Okpe
Oshimili North
Oshimili South
Patani
Sapele
Udu
Ughelli North
Ughelli South
Ukwuani
Uvwie
Warri North
Warri South
Warri South West
Other South South States
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