Akankpa, Cross River State

Nigeria

City5.1264° N, 8.1898° E

Located in Cross River State, Nigeria, Akankpa is a city. It is home to 7,000 people.

Population7,000

ProvinceCross River State

Coordinates5.1264° N, 8.1898° E

CountryNigeria

Rank in Nigeria#437 of 61,423

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About Akankpa

The location of Akankpa corresponds to 5.13° N, 8.19° E, in the Northern Hemisphere. It is within the Cross River State area of Nigeria.

Among the 61,423 cities of Nigeria, Akankpa holds position #437 with a population of 7,000.

Cities in Cross River State

Cross River State is one of Nigeria's administrative regions. Akankpa is one of its main cities, along with Calabar, Ugep, Ikom. Akankpa has 7,000 inhabitants.

Calabar540,000 Ugep200,276 Ikom79,103 Ogoja37,466 Obudu19,668 Ikang13,305 Obubra12,885 Gakem5,865 Biakpan Adum

Universities in Akankpa

Akankpa is home to 1 universities and higher education institutions.

University	Founded	Type	QS
Beni American University	2014	—	—

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Akankpa?

Akankpa has a population of 7,000. It ranks #437 in Nigeria by population.

What province or state is Akankpa in?

Akankpa is located in Cross River State, Nigeria.

Where is Akankpa located?

Akankpa is located at coordinates 5.13° N, 8.19° E in Cross River State, Nigeria.

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