Fun Facts about Edo State and Delta State, Nigeria
Edo State
- The Great Benin Kingdom in Edo State is one of the oldest surviving kingdoms in the world, over 2,000 years old.
- Benin City, the capital, is renowned for its rich history, including the famous Benin Bronzes and ancient city walls.
- Edo State produces about 80% of Nigeria's rubber and is rich in timber, palm produce, and cocoa.
- The state is home to four major ethnic groups: Bini, Esan, Etsako, and Owan.
- Edo State is located in the southern part of Nigeria and shares borders with Ondo, Kogi, Anambra, and Delta States.
- It has a population of approximately 8 million people, making it a vibrant cultural hub.
Delta State
- Delta State is named after the Niger Delta and was created in 1991 from the former Bendel State.
- It is one of Nigeria's richest states due to oil production, supplying about 35% of the country's crude oil.
- The capital, Asaba, derives its name from "Ahaba" and is situated on the banks of the Niger River.
- The state has diverse ethnic groups including Urhobo, Itsekiri, Ijaw, and Isoko.
- Delta State has the second-lowest incidence of extreme poverty in Nigeria, around 3%.
- It is a major exporter of petroleum, rubber, timber, palm oil, and kernels through its delta ports.