Oshimili South is the Local Government Area in Delta State that contains Asaba, the state capital. Located at the eastern bank of the River Niger near coordinates 6.20° N, 6.73° E, the LGA covers approximately 603 km² and recorded a 2006 census population of 150,034, with current estimates above 320,000. the township postal code is 320242, with neighbourhoods using codes from 320102 upwards.
Towns and Villages
The LGA contains the following named settlements:
| Settlement | Settlement | Settlement |
|---|---|---|
| Asaba | Oko | Okwe |
| Anwai | Ugbolu | Akpaka |
| Cable Point | Umuaji | Umuagu |
| Umuonaje | Umuezei | Oko Amakom |
| Oko Anala | Oko Ogbele | Odifulu |
| Otuogwu | Elenchele | Asaba GRA |
| Asaba Government House | Okpanam Road |
Geography
Oshimili South sits on the western bank of the lower Niger opposite Onitsha, in Delta State’s North senatorial district. Terrain is low, sandy and well-drained, with patches of riparian forest along the Niger. The LGA is bounded north by Oshimili North, west by Aniocha South and east by the River Niger.
Demographics
The 2006 census recorded 150,034 residents; rapid post-capital-relocation growth places the current figure above 320,000. The indigenous population is Anioma (western Igbo subgroup), with significant Igbo, Urhobo, Itsekiri, Yoruba and Hausa settlers drawn by state-government employment.
Economy and Local Life
Public-sector employment dominates: the Delta State Government House, House of Assembly, ministries and the Asaba International Airport are all in the LGA. Trade flourishes along Nnebisi Road and at the Ogbeogonogo market. Cassava farming and palm-oil processing persist on the LGA’s rural fringe.
Administrative Divisions
Oshimili South contains 12 wards centred on Asaba town and outlying communities of Okwe, Oko Amakom, Oko Anala, Oko Ogbele, Anwai, Ugbolu, Otuogwu, Elenchele and Odifulu. The council secretariat sits at Asaba.
History
Asaba pre-existed the colonial period as the seat of the Asagba dynasty and served as the Royal Niger Company’s administrative centre from 1884 to 1900. The town gained world attention during the Nigerian Civil War (1967–70) as the site of the Asaba massacre. Asaba was named Delta State capital on the state’s creation in 1991.
Getting There
Asaba International Airport (ABB) operates daily flights to Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. The Niger Bridge connects Asaba directly to Onitsha and the eastern states; the Lagos–Asaba expressway via Benin City carries westbound traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Oshimili South?
Oshimili South is a Local Government Area in Delta State, southern Nigeria, located on the western bank of the lower Niger. It contains Asaba, the state capital.
What is the population of Oshimili South?
The 2006 census recorded 150,034 residents. Current estimates exceed 320,000 driven by Asaba’s growth as state capital.
How big is Oshimili South?
Oshimili South LGA covers approximately 603 square kilometres.
What is the postal code of Oshimili South?
Oshimili South postal codes range from 320102 to 320242 across Asaba and surrounding communities.
Is Asaba in Oshimili South?
Yes. Asaba, the capital of Delta State, lies within Oshimili South LGA along with the State Government House, Asaba International Airport and the LGA secretariat.
How do I get to Oshimili South?
Asaba International Airport (ABB) provides daily flights to Lagos and Abuja. By road, the Niger Bridge connects Asaba to Onitsha and the Lagos–Benin–Asaba expressway runs from the west.