Anambra is a state in southeastern Nigeria. Its name was inspired by one of its Northern and riverine clans Anam but merged with “branch”. The colonialists who travelled from the present day Anambra region to present Northern Nigeria often described where they were coming from as “Anam branch”. The term coupled with Omambala, the Igbo name of the Anambra River formed the name Anambra. The capital and seat of government is Awka. Onitsha, a historic port city from pre-colonial times, has developed as by far the largest urban area in the state. The state’s theme is “Light of the nation”. The largest town in Anambra State is Aguleri.