Umuahia (pronounced [ʊmʊaːhiaː]) is the capital city of Abia State in southeastern Nigeria. [3] [4] [5] Umuahia is located along the rail road that lies between Port Harcourt to its south, and Enugu city to its north. Umuahia has a population of 359,230 according to the 2006 Nigerian census.

Umuahia, town, capital of Abia state, southern Nigeria. It lies along the railroad from Port Harcourt to Enugu. It is an agricultural market centre and (since 1916) a collecting point on the railway for the crops of the surrounding region: yams, cassava (manioc), corn (maize), taro, citrus fruits,

Umuahia is the capital of Abia State. It has its place in history as the second capital of Biafra State after the first, Enugu, was captured by the Nigerian Forces during the Nigerian Civil War.

Umuahia is a city of about 774,000 in South East Nigeria. Umuahia is renowned for being a railway and agricultural market center, which attracts traders and farmers from neighbouring towns to sell their produce, such as yams, cassava, corn, taro, citrus fruits, and palm oil …

Jun 4, 2017 · Umuahia, currently the capital of southeastern Abia State, started its existence as a railway town. A key stop on the rail line that linked coastal Port Harcourt to the coal fields of Enugu before heading north toward Makurdi and Kafanchan enroute to Maiduguri, it was created out of land owned by the Ibeku, Ohuhu and…

Oct 25, 2016 · Umuahia is the capital city of Abia State in southeastern Nigeria. Umuahia is located along the rail road that lies between Port Harcourt to Umuahia's south and Enugu city to its north. Umuahia is well known as being an agricultural market center.

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May 5, 2023 · Umuahia is a city located in the southeastern part of Nigeria. The city has a rich cultural and historical background and is home to various tourist attractions that are sure to excite visitors. Here are seven of the best places and things to do in Umuahia: 1. National War Museum.

Jul 13, 2017 · Travelling to one of the most homely places in Nigeria, Umuahia? This travel guide will ease travel stress and provide ideas of things to do in Umuahia.

Mar 9, 2025 · Umuahia is located at 5°31'30"N 7°29'41"E (5.5249100, 7.4946100). Click "full screen" icon to open full mode. View satellite images.