Obinagu / Uwani Postal Codes: 402104 | Nkanu West, Enugu

Key Facts

Obinagu/Uwani is a community located within the Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State in southeastern Nigeria. Situated in the heart of Nigeria's Igbo cultural region, this community forms part of the broader Nkanu ethnic territory and lies approximately 15-20 kilometers southeast of Enugu city, the state capital. The area features the characteristic undulating hills and fertile plains of Nigeria's rainforest belt, with elevations ranging between 200-400 meters above sea level. While precise population figures for Obinagu/Uwani are not officially documented, communities of this scale in Nkanu West typically range between 5,000-15,000 residents, primarily engaged in subsistence farming, small-scale trading, and civil service occupations. The community is organized around traditional leadership structures with the Eze (traditional ruler) playing a significant role in local governance alongside modern administrative systems. Obinagu/Uwani contains several smaller villages and residential quarters that maintain the rich cultural heritage of the Nkanu people, including traditional festivals, masquerade performances, and community celebrations. As part of Nigeria's postal system, this community falls within specific postal code ranges that facilitate mail delivery and administrative services for residents and businesses operating within its boundaries.

Neighboring Regions

• Amagunze
• Akpugo
• Obeagu
• Ihuokpara
• Amechi Idodo