Obonoma Population 2026
Obonoma has a population of 68,584, making it the #160 biggest city in 🇳🇬 Nigeria, located in Rivers State. It is about 224× smaller than Lagos, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
68,584
Rank in Nigeria
#160
Coordinates
4.71°N, 6.79°E
~6 m elevation · Africa/Lagos
Distance to capital (Abuja)
490 km
304 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rivers State
| City | Population | Rank in Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
| Port Harcourt | 2,120,000 | #5 |
| Buguma | 135,404 | #85 |
| Okrika | 133,271 | #88 |
| Elele | 20,620 | #221 |
| Degema Hulk | 19,223 | #228 |
| Bonny | 16,868 | #244 |
Cities near Obonoma
- Degema Hulk19,223 people · ~7 km away
- Buguma135,404 people · ~8 km away
- Port Harcourt2,120,000 people · ~26 km away
- Okrika133,271 people · ~33 km away
- Elele20,620 people · ~43 km away
- Bonny16,868 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Obonoma?
Obonoma has a population of 68,584 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #160 biggest city in Nigeria.
What region is Obonoma in?
Obonoma is located in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Is Obonoma the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja, about 490 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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