Buguma Postal Codes: 504101 | Asari-Toru, Rivers

Key Facts

Buguma is a town and the administrative headquarters of Asari-Toru Local Government Area in Rivers State, Nigeria. Located in the Niger Delta region, Buguma sits on the Buguma Creek, approximately 45 kilometers southeast of Port Harcourt, the state capital. This strategically positioned town serves as the central hub for the Kalabari people, one of the major ethnic groups in the Niger Delta, and functions as the traditional and administrative center for the Asari-Toru region. With an estimated population of around 150,000 people, Buguma covers an area of approximately 150 square kilometers characterized by its riverine environment, mangrove swamps, and network of creeks that define the distinctive landscape of the Niger Delta. The town is divided into several wards and communities that reflect its historical settlement patterns and administrative structure. As the headquarters of Asari-Toru Local Government Area, Buguma plays a crucial role in local governance and serves as the primary location for residents seeking administrative services, including postal code information for the various communities within the local government area.

Neighboring Regions

• Abonnema
• Degema
• Obonoma
• Sama
• Tombia