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Awgu

Enugu State, Nigeria · Africa

About Awgu

Awgu sits on the route: 20 minutes from Ndeaboh.

Awgu is a town located in Enugu State, Nigeria. With a population of 23,175, it is an important destination in Africa.

On a road trip, Awgu sits in Nigeria. It's in the Africa/Lagos time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Awgu to your route.

About Awgu

Awgu is a town and Local Government Area (LGA) in Enugu State, Nigeria. It was created in 1976 from the colonial District of Awgu. St Michael's Catholic Cathedral is located in Awgu Catholic Diocese. The Catholic Cathedral is said to resemble a spaceship when viewed with Google Earth. The biggest market in the local

Read more council area is the Orie Awgu Market, notable for its rich source of agricultural and food items. The market also serves communities of the neighbouring states. The town is also the Orientation Training Centre for National Youth Service corps members posted to Enugu State hosted on the Crown land of Awgu Town (the hilltop land).

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Where is Awgu located?

Awgu is located in Enugu State, Nigeria, Africa. The coordinates are 6.0728 latitude, 7.4774 longitude.

What is the population of Awgu?

Awgu has a population of approximately 23,175 people, making it a town in Nigeria.

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Quick Information

Population
23,175
Continent
Africa
Country
Nigeria
Region
Enugu State
Timezone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
6.0728, 7.4774

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When to drive here

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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

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