Aba South
Aba South | |
|---|---|
| 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 | 5,023,852 |
| 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, a major commercial and industrial hub in the region. The LGA shares boundaries with Aba North, Obingwa, and Ugwunagbo LGAs. The administrative headquarters of Aba South is situated in Aba, which serves as a strategic center for trade, craftsmanship, and transportation in Nigeria’s South-East.
The LGA covers an area of approximately 49 square kilometers and had a population of 423,852 according to the 2006 national census. However, due to rapid urbanization and migration, the current population is estimated to be significantly higher. The area is characterized by a dense population, a bustling market economy (including the Ariaria International Market), and a vibrant informal sector.
The postal code for Aba South is 450.