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Umuahia is the official capital of Abia State, located in South-Eastern Nigeria. While Aba is widely known as a major commercial and industrial hub (often called the 'Enyimba City'), Umuahia serves as the administrative centre where the Government House and state ministries are situated. Abia State was created in 1991 from part of Imo State.

Adamawa State is officially referred to as the 'Land of Beauty'. This slogan reflects the state's picturesque landscape, which includes the breathtaking Mandara Mountains and the Fombina plains. It is a state in the North-East geopolitical zone with a rich cultural heritage and diverse ethnic groups.

Uyo is the capital of Akwa Ibom State. Created in 1987 from Cross River State, Akwa Ibom has grown to become one of Nigeria's highest oil-producing states. Uyo is famous for its well-planned road networks and the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, which is one of the finest sporting facilities in West Africa.

Anambra State adopted the slogan 'Light of the Nation' (formerly 'Home for All'). The state earned this title due to its high number of intellectuals, successful entrepreneurs, and pioneers in various fields. Anambra is a major commercial hub, particularly known for the Onitsha Main Market, which is one of the largest markets in Africa.

Bauchi is the capital city of Bauchi State. The city serves as a historical and cultural centre in North-Eastern Nigeria. Bauchi State is most famous for the Yankari Game Reserve, Nigeria's premier wildlife park, which explains why the state is also known as the 'Pearl of Tourism'.

Yenagoa is the capital of Bayelsa State, which was created in 1996. Located in the core Niger Delta region, the state is largely riverine and is the birthplace of the Nigerian oil industry (Oloibiri). Due to its massive oil and gas reserves, the state's slogan is 'Glory of All Lands'.

Benue State's capital is Makurdi, and its slogan is 'Food Basket of the Nation'. This title is attributed to the state's vast agricultural productivity, as it is a leading producer of crops like yams, cassava, soya beans, and citrus fruits, which are distributed across all parts of Nigeria.

Katsina State is known as the 'Home of Hospitality'. This slogan emphasizes the welcoming nature of its people and its historical significance as an ancient seat of learning and commerce in Northern Nigeria. The capital of the state is also called Katsina.

Calabar is the capital of Cross River State. Known as 'The People's Paradise', Calabar is one of Nigeria's cleanest and most tourist-friendly cities. It served as an early administrative capital during the colonial era and is famous for the annual Calabar Carnival, which is Africa's largest street party.

While Asaba serves as the administrative capital (located on the banks of the River Niger), Warri is widely recognized as the commercial and industrial nerve centre of Delta State due to its oil refineries and maritime activities. Delta State is famously known as the 'The Big Heart'.