Dunukofia is a

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, South-East

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. Towns that make up the local government are Ukpo, the headquarters; Ifitedunu, Dunukofia

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and Nawgu. It shares boundaries with

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and

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Local Governments. The population is predominantly agrarian, but major in-roads have been made in commerce and education. Population density here is among the highest in all of Nigeria. There are general hospitals at Ifitedunu and Ukpo. There are also a dozen high schools for boys and girls. Dunukofia is among the most accessible local governments in Anambra State, with federal and state roads crossing it at different points. St Mary's High School Ifitedunu is categorised as one of the oldest post-primary schools in Anambra State.

Schools

The following secondary schools are in Dunukofia Local Government Area: * St. Mary's High School, Ifitedunu * Walter Eze

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Secondary School, Ukpo * Community Secondary School, Umunnachi * Nneamaka Girls’ Secondary School, Ifitedunu * Community Secondary School, Ukpo * Community Secondary School, Ukwulu * Girls Secondary School, Umudioka * Community Secondary School, Nawgu

Notable people

* Hon Sir Chukuwudi Okeke (Ikpoaku na Ukpo) * Engr. Arthur Eze (Ozoigbondu) * Charles Oramulu Onwuche -

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and political

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References

LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS IN ANAMBRA STATE
dated July 21, 2007; accessed October 4, 2007 Local Government Areas in Anambra State Local Government Areas in Igboland {{Anambra-geo-stub