Ihiagwa Postal Codes: 460114 | Owerri West, Imo

Key Facts

Ihiagwa is an autonomous community in the Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria, situated in the southeastern region of the country. Located approximately 10 kilometers southwest of Owerri, the state capital, Ihiagwa occupies a strategic position within the densely populated Igbo heartland. This community covers an area of roughly 25 square kilometers and has an estimated population of 15,000-20,000 residents, primarily comprising the Igbo ethnic group. Ihiagwa is administratively organized into several villages and quarters, including Umueze, Umudagu, Umuokwu, and Umuodu, which collectively form the traditional governance structure under the leadership of the Eze (traditional ruler). The community is home to the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), one of Nigeria's premier technological institutions, which significantly influences the local economy and demographics. Agriculture remains important, with yam, cassava, and palm oil production being common, while commerce and services have grown due to the university's presence. Ihiagwa's residents can access detailed postal code information for its various quarters and streets through our comprehensive location database.

Neighboring Regions

• Nekede
• Obinze
• Emeabiam
• Oforola
• Avu