Obio Akpor is a local government area in the metropolis of Port Harcourt, one of the major centres of economic activities in Nigeria, and one of the major cities of the Niger Delta, located in Rivers State, with industries and companies like Pabod Breweries, Coca-Cola Company, Indomie Company and Portharcourt Electricity Distribution Plc.

The local government area covers 260 km2 and at the 2006 Census held a population of 464,789. Its postal code or ZIP code is 500102. Obio-Akpor has its headquarters at Rumuodomaya and it is peopled by the Ikwerre. Obio-Akpor is also known for fisheries and aquaculture.

Obio-Akpor is bounded by Port Harcourt (local government area) to the south, Oyigbo and Eleme to the east, Ikwerre and Etche to the north, and Emohua to the west. It is located between latitudes 4°45’N and 4°60’N and longitudes 6°50’E and 8°00’E.

The population of Obio-Akpor is estimated to be around 600,000 people. The majority of the people are Ikwerre, but there are also significant populations of Igbo, Yoruba, and Hausa.

The economy of Obio-Akpor is based on oil and gas, agriculture, and fisheries. The local government area is home to a number of oil and gas companies, including Shell, Chevron, and ExxonMobil. There are also a number of agricultural businesses in the area, including palm oil plantations, rubber plantations, and cassava farms. Obio-Akpor is also a major fishing center, and the local government area is home to a number of fish markets.

Obio-Akpor has a number of schools, including primary schools, secondary schools, and tertiary institutions. The local government area is home to the Port Harcourt University, which is a public university.

Obio-Akpor has a number of hospitals and clinics. The local government area is home to the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, which is a public hospital.

Obio-Akpor is well-connected by road and rail. The local government area is served by the Port Harcourt International Airport, which is located in neighboring Eleme Local Government Area.

Obio-Akpor has a number of tourist attractions, including the Rumuolumeni Nature Park, the Port Harcourt Pleasure Park, and the Elelenwo Beach. The local government area is also home to a number of historical sites, including the Afam Museum and the Afam Rock Carvings.

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