Anambra West Local Government Area is situated in the northwestern region of Anambra State. It is part of the Anambra North senatorial zone. The area spans approximately 584.1 km². According to the 2006 census, the population of Anambra West was 167,303 with a projected population of about 238,400 by 2022.The LGA is predominantly agricultural, with the residents engaging in farming, fishing, and palm oil production as key economic activities. It is also characterized by its unique cultural heritage and rural settlements. Anambra West's postal code is 431, and its approximate geographic coordinates are: 6°21′48″N 6°45′7″E.