Abakaliki Population 2026
Abakaliki has a population of 134,102, making it the #87 biggest city in 🇳🇬 Nigeria, located in Ebonyi State. Roughly 0.1% of Nigeria's population lives here. It is about 115× smaller than Lagos, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
134,102
Rank in Nigeria
#87
Coordinates
6.32°N, 8.11°E
~65 m elevation · Africa/Lagos
Distance to capital (Abuja)
311 km
193 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ebonyi State
Cities near Abakaliki
FAQ
What is the population of Abakaliki?
Abakaliki has a population of 134,102 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #87 biggest city in Nigeria.
What region is Abakaliki in?
Abakaliki is located in Ebonyi State, Nigeria.
Is Abakaliki the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja, about 311 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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