Imo State

Imo State is a state in Southeastern Nigeria. Its capital is Owerri. Located in the heartland of the Igbo people, it is bordered by Abia State on the east, River Niger and Delta State to the west, Anambra State to the north, and Rivers State to the south.

Created in 1976 from part of the former East Central State, Imo State is named after the Imo River. The state is heavily populated and primarily agricultural, although it also has significant reserves of crude oil and natural gas. Major agricultural products include palm oil, yam, cassava, rice, and maize.

Imo State is divided into 27 Local Government Areas (LGAs). The major ethnic group is Igbo, and the primary language is Igbo. Christianity is the predominant religion.

The state has several institutions of higher education, including Imo State University, Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), and several polytechnics and colleges of education.

Imo State is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry, particularly in the production of Nollywood films. It is also a significant center for trade and commerce in the region.