Buguma Population 2026
Buguma has a population of 135,404, making it the #85 biggest city in 🇳🇬 Nigeria, located in Rivers State. Roughly 0.1% of Nigeria's population lives here. It is about 114× smaller than Lagos, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
135,404
Rank in Nigeria
#85
Coordinates
4.74°N, 6.86°E
~7 m elevation · Africa/Lagos
Distance to capital (Abuja)
486 km
302 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rivers State
| City | Population | Rank in Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
| Port Harcourt | 2,120,000 | #5 |
| Okrika | 133,271 | #88 |
| Obonoma | 68,584 | #160 |
| Elele | 20,620 | #221 |
| Degema Hulk | 19,223 | #228 |
| Bonny | 16,868 | #244 |
Cities near Buguma
- Obonoma68,584 people · ~8 km away
- Degema Hulk19,223 people · ~13 km away
- Port Harcourt2,120,000 people · ~17 km away
- Okrika133,271 people · ~25 km away
- Elele20,620 people · ~41 km away
- Bonny16,868 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Buguma?
Buguma has a population of 135,404 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #85 biggest city in Nigeria.
What region is Buguma in?
Buguma is located in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Is Buguma the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja, about 486 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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