Bende Population 2026
Bende has a population of 79,618, making it the #133 biggest city in 🇳🇬 Nigeria, located in Abia State. It is about 193× smaller than Lagos, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,618
Rank in Nigeria
#133
Coordinates
5.56°N, 7.63°E
~123 m elevation · Africa/Lagos
Distance to capital (Abuja)
389 km
242 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Abia State
| City | Population | Rank in Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
| Aba | 1,160,000 | #9 |
| Umuahia | 370,000 | #41 |
| Amaigbo | 127,300 | #89 |
| Ohafia-Ifigh | 73,355 | #150 |
Cities near Bende
- Umuahia370,000 people · ~16 km away
- Ohafia-Ifigh73,355 people · ~21 km away
- Amaigbo127,300 people · ~34 km away
- Ikot Ekpene254,806 people · ~43 km away
- Okigwe115,499 people · ~43 km away
- Afikpo71,866 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bende?
Bende has a population of 79,618 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #133 biggest city in Nigeria.
What region is Bende in?
Bende is located in Abia State, Nigeria.
Is Bende the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja, about 389 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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