A people. A history. A rightful place.

Anioma: The Good Land

This platform presents a structured record of the Anioma people — our origins, cultural identity, economic viability,
political leadership, and the constitutional pursuit for the creation of Anioma State within Nigeria’s South East.

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The Case for Anioma State

Discover why the Anioma people deserve statehood and learn about our constitutional pursuit.

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The Anioma Cause

Why Anioma State?

For over 70 years, the Anioma people have made a constitutional, economic, and moral case for statehood. What began in 1954 with a formal request to the Colonial Government has grown into a well-documented, unified movement representing 2.8 million people across nine local government areas.

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Historical Justice

A 70-year pursuit dating back to 1954—documented, persistent, and legitimate.

Economic Viability

₦130-185B annual contribution, 7 oil-producing LGAs, & self-sustaining infrastructure.

Geopolitical Equity

Balancing regional representation—South East deserves a 6th state.

Cultural Identity

Igbo-speaking, sharing traditions, calendar, and chieftaincy systems with the South East.

Population Strength

2.8 million people across 9 LGAs deserve direct representation and governance.

Constitutional Right

Senate Bill 481—a legitimate democratic process toward state creation.

Who’s Leading the Cause?

The Unified Front for Anioma State

Three pillars of power—political, traditional, and grassroots—united in pursuit of statehood.

Led in the Senate

Distinguished Senator Ned Munir Nwoko sponsors Senate Bill 481 and chairs the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee investigating crude oil theft in the Niger Delta. With over 30 bills and 20 motions championed, he leads Anioma’s constitutional pursuit in the 10th National Assembly.

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Backed by Our Monarchs

Chaired by HRM Prof. Louis Nwaoboshi (Obuzor of Ibusa), the Technical Committee unites traditional rulers from all 9 LGAs—including the Asagba of Asaba, Dein of Agbor, and Ezemu of Emu—in sworn commitment to Anioma statehood.

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Driven by the People

From the historic 2024 stakeholders’ summit in Asaba to grassroots mobilization across communities, the Anioma movement represents 2.8 million voices—youth groups, civil society, professionals, and diaspora—united in one vision.

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Anioma’s Economic Viability

Our Economic Viability

Anioma is home to diverse economic resources that drive growth across key sectors.

Oil & Gas

Anioma is endowed with oil and gas resources that contribute significantly to regional and national energy supply, presenting strong opportunities for investment, industrial growth, and value-chain development.

Mining and Solid Minerals

The region hosts a variety of solid mineral resources with potential for commercial mining, processing, and export, supporting job creation and long-term economic diversification.

Agriculture and Agro-Processing

With fertile land and a favorable climate, Anioma supports diverse agricultural activities and agro-processing opportunities that strengthen food security, agribusiness, and rural development.

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Historical Records

The Anioma Journey Through Time

From the first formal request in 1954 to the present constitutional pursuit, Anioma’s history is documented, persistent, and legitimate.

1954

Formal Request to Colonial Government

Anioma leaders submit the first formal petition advocating for statehood, marking the beginning of a well-documented constitutional pursuit.

1960s – 1990s

Continued Advocacy

Generations of Anioma leaders submit petitions, bills, and memoranda to successive governments, highlighting historical justice and cultural identity.

2024