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Delta State: List of LGAs, population, land mass, government, other key facts

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August 23, 2026

Delta State is one of Nigeria’s 36 states and is located in the South-South geopolitical zone. The state is officially known by the slogan “The Big Heart”, while Asaba serves as its capital.

Delta State was created on August 27, 1991, during the military administration of General Ibrahim Babangida.

The state is known for its diverse ethnic communities, extensive waterways and significant contribution to Nigeria’s oil and gas economy.

Key Facts About Delta State

Category	Information
Capital	Asaba
Slogan	The Big Heart
Geopolitical Zone	South-South
Date Created	August 27, 1991
Created By	General Ibrahim Babangida
Local Government Areas	25
Population	About 5,636,145
Land Area	17,698 km²
Governor	Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori
State Government	Government of Delta State

The population figure provided is an estimated projection and may differ from figures obtained through other population exercises.

Who Is the Governor of Delta State?

The current governor of Delta State is Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori.

Oborevwori assumed office as governor in May 2023 after winning the governorship election held in the state.

Delta State Senators

Delta State has three senatorial districts represented in the Nigerian Senate.

The senators listed for the state are:

Chinedu Munir Nwoko
Dafinone Ede Omueya
Joel-Onowakpo Thomas

The state also has 10 members representing its federal constituencies in the House of Representatives.

Local Government Areas in Delta State

Delta State has 25 local government areas (LGAs). Their administrative headquarters are:

No.	Local Government Area	Headquarters
1	Aniocha North	Issele-Uku
2	Aniocha South	Ogwashi-Uku
3	Bomadi	Bomadi
4	Burutu	Burutu
5	Ethiope East	Isiokolo
6	Ethiope West	Oghara
7	Ika North East	Owa-Oyibu
8	Ika South	Agbor
9	Isoko North	Ozoro
10	Isoko South	Oleh
11	Ndokwa East	Aboh
12	Ndokwa West	Kwale
13	Okpe	Sapele
14	Oshimili North	Akwukwu-Igbo
15	Oshimili South	Asaba
16	Patani	Patani
17	Sapele	Sapele
18	Udu	Udu
19	Ughelli North	Ughelli
20	Ughelli South	Otu-Jeremi
21	Ukwuani	Obiaruku
22	Uvwie	Effurun
23	Warri North	Koko
24	Warri South	Warri
25	Warri South West	Ogbe-Ijoh

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Delta State?

The capital of Delta State is Asaba.

What is the slogan of Delta State?

The official slogan of Delta State is “The Big Heart.”

When was Delta State created?

Delta State was created on August 27, 1991, during the administration of General Ibrahim Babangida.

Which geopolitical zone is Delta State in?

Delta State is located in Nigeria’s South-South geopolitical zone.

How many local government areas are in Delta State?

Delta State has 25 local government areas.

What is the population of Delta State?

Delta State has an estimated population of about 5,636,145 people, based on projections.

Who is the current governor of Delta State?

The current governor of Delta State is Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori.

Why Delta State Is Important

Delta State occupies an important position in Nigeria’s South-South region and is one of the country’s major oil-producing states.

Its economy also includes agriculture, fishing, commerce and other industries.

The state has a diverse population and is home to several ethnic groups, including the Urhobo, Isoko, Ijaw, Itsekiri, Anioma Igbo and others.

Asaba, located along the River Niger, serves as the state capital and an important administrative and commercial centre.

Warri is also one of the state’s major urban centres and has historically played a significant role in the region’s oil and commercial activities.

With its natural resources, strategic location and cultural diversity, Delta remains an important state in Nigeria’s economic and political landscape.