Anambra State Bureau of Statistics

23/03/2026

*GOVERNOR SOLUDO APPOINTS CHIAMAKA NNAKE AS NEW SECRETARY TO THE GOVERNMENT OF ANAMBRA STATE*

Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has approved the appointment of Mrs Chiamaka Nnake as the new Secretary to the State Government of Anambra State

Chiamaka Nnake, MBA, FCCA, is from Nawfia in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State and is a seasoned finance and public sector professional with over 13 years of experience spanning finance, strategy development, and economic planning.

She most recently served as the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning in Anambra State and as Chairman of Solution Fun City Limited.

As Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, she led the effective mobilization, planning, and allocation of state resources to drive socio-economic development. She also held key leadership roles across several state boards and initiatives, including the Anambra State Investment Promotion and Protection Agency, the Internal Revenue Service Board, and the Small Business Agency.

As the state’s Reform Champion for Ease of Doing Business and focal point for Social Investment Programmes, she continues to champion reforms and inclusive growth. She also serves as Nigeria Chairperson for the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) Programme.

Prior to her public service role, Chiamaka was a Senior Strategy Consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria, where she led over 30 client engagements across local and international markets and sectors including financial services, government and public sector agriculture etc. In recognition of her outstanding performance, she received the CEO Award in 2021.

During her time at PwC, she played a pivotal role in the development of Anambra Vision 2070, a comprehensive 50-year development blueprint for sustainable transformation. She also provided technical support for the Combined Transition Plan, which remains a cornerstone of the current administration’s strategy.

Earlier in her career, she worked as a Business Analyst at IHS Towers, a leading telecommunications infrastructure company across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. She also served as an Equity Research Analyst at Meristem Securities Limited, covering publicly listed pharmaceutical and consumer goods companies on the Nigerian Stock Exchange.

Chiamaka holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Lagos Business School, where she earned the prestigious Beta Gamma Sigma lifetime recognition for academic excellence. She graduated with First-Class Honours in Accounting from Benson Idahosa University. She is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), a member of the ACCA National Advisory Committee, and has passed Level I of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) programme. She has also completed executive programmes, including the Implementing Public Policy programme at Harvard Kennedy School, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Public Policy.

Chiamaka is 39 years old. She is married and blessed with three children.

Signed:

*Christian Aburime*
Press Secretary to the Governor

March 23, 2026

25/12/2025

Dezemba 🎄

04/12/2025

NBS, UNICEF commence Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey in Anambra

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has begun the data collection phase of the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS7) in Anambra State.

According to the Bureau, households selected during the earlier mapping and listing exercise will be visited by trained interviewers for the survey. The interviewers, who will be clearly identifiable by their official ID cards, will gather essential information needed for effective policy formulation and for monitoring the welfare of women and children across Nigeria.

The data collection exercise is scheduled to run from December 3rd to March 2026.

Anambra State Bureau of Statistics (SBS) then encouraged residents to fully participate when visited as the information provided will contribute significantly to the success of the survey and in the development of evidence-based policies that will benefit communities across the state.

The MICS considered one of the largest household surveys offers the most comprehensive assessment of the health, education and living conditions of children and women in Nigeria.

For more enquiries, kindly contact:
Mr. Elutade - 0905 013 5981
Mr. Henry - 0702 518 6727
Mr. Hassan - 0815 707 0803
Visit Website: www.nigeriasat.gov.ng

For State Information, kindly contact:
Dr. Maureen - 0803 354 1229
Mrs Ebele - 0803 790 9200
Anambra State Bureau of Statistics, Awka.

12/11/2025

20/10/2025

SPEECH DELIVERED ON THE OCCASION OF WORLD STATISTICS DAY 2025 BY THE STATISTICIAN GENERAL/MANAGING DIRECTOR, ANAMBRA STATE BUREAU OF STATISTICS, OBIORA OBIABUNMO PH.D, ORGANISED BY THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF STATISTICS OF NIGERIA (CISON) ON 20TH OCTOBER, 2025 IN AWKA

Theme: The Future of Statistics: Digital Transformation and Data Innovation in Nigeria

Protocol:
The Commissioner, Budget and Economic Planning, Anambra State. The Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Statistics of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter. The State Officer, National Bureau of Statistics. Distinguished Statisticians, Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen. Good Morning.

It is with great pleasure that I stand before you today as we join the global community to celebrate World Statistics Day. The theme, “Driving Change with Quality Statistics and Data for Everyone,” could not have been more relevant in our era of digital transformation, where information is the new currency and data is the engine driving evidence-based governance.

1. The Changing Face of Statistics
Traditionally, statistics were viewed as tables and figures tucked away in reports. Today, however, the world of data has been revolutionized. Digital technologies; Artificial Intelligence, Geographic Information Systems, cloud platforms and data analytics tools are transforming the way we collect, process, and share information. This transformation is not a luxury; it is a necessity. As governments and organizations make daily decisions that affect millions, the role of the statistician has evolved from being a data compiler to a strategic data innovator.

2. Anambra’s Digital Leap
In Anambra State we have taken deliberate steps to ensure that our statistical system moves in tandem with this global shift. The Anambra State Bureau of Statistics, in collaboration with the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, has developed and established the Anambra360 Data Portal - www.anambra360.ng. This platform will serve as the single source of truth for data across various sectors of the state. Ten pilot Ministries, Departments and Agencies are already integrated, providing real-time data that supports planning, monitoring, and decision-making. We are also working with MDAs who have existing data systems to plug in and align data collection during the next phase. Beyond the portal, we have also invested heavily in human capacity.
The Bureau has organized several capacity-building workshops for statisticians and planning officers on Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and emerging AI tools for data collection and analysis.
These trainings are empowering our officers to visualize data better, generate insights faster and communicate evidence more effectively.
Furthermore, in partnership with the National Bureau of Statistics and the World Bank, we have successfully conducted training workshops on Sub national GDP computation and Consumer Price Index analysis. These collaborations are strengthening the integrity of our data and aligning Anambra’s statistical practices with national and global standards.
And to ensure visibility and accessibility, the Bureau now operates a fully functional website, providing data users, researchers, and citizens with timely access to official statistics.

3. Data Innovation for the Future
The future of statistics will be defined by innovation. As we move forward, our focus is clear:
- To expand the coverage of Anambra360.ng to all MDAs.
- To embed digital tools into every stage of data management, from collection to
dissemination.
- And to foster a data culture where decision-making at every level is guided by
evidence, not assumption.
Our ambition is to make Anambra the reference point for data-driven governance in Nigeria, a state where every policy, every budget and every project is backed by facts and figures.

4. A Call to Action
As statisticians, we must embrace this digital era with open minds. We must learn, unlearn, and relearn the tools that make our work faster, smarter and more impactful. Collaboration between institutions, sectors, and professionals remains the key to sustaining progress.
Let us remember that behind every data point is a human story - a student needing better education, a trader seeking access to markets, or a farmer hoping for a fair price. Our task is to ensure that the data we produce helps make their stories better.

Conclusion
As we celebrate World Statistics Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to driving change with quality data, that is credible, inclusive and accessible to everyone. The future of statistics is digital and the future is now. Together, let us build that future here in Anambra State and across Nigeria.

Thank you.

14/10/2025

CISON Anambra chapter pays courtesy visit to State Bureau of Statistics ahead of World Statistics Day

The Chartered Institute of Statisticians of Nigeria (CISON), Anambra State Chapter earlier today paid a courtesy visit to the Statistician General/Managing Director of Anambra State Bureau of Statistics (ASBS), Dr. Obiora Obiabunmo.

The visit, held at the Bureau’s headquarters in Awka, was part of preparations for the forthcoming World Statistics Day celebration scheduled for October 20, 2025, at the Federal Secretariat, Awka.

This year’s celebration, themed “Driving Change with Quality Statistics and Data for Everyone,” seeks to underscore the importance of credible data and evidence-based decision-making in driving national development.

During the visit, the delegation led by CISON State Chairperson, Chioma Echeta formally invited Dr. Obiabunmo to serve as one of the guest speakers at the event. Also in attendance was the immediate past President CISON, Prof Sidney Onyeagu who called on all stakeholders to work together for the success of the event.

They also extended the invitation to other professional statisticians across the state to actively participate in the global commemoration, which takes place every five years.

01/10/2025

"Independence is a chance to reflect on our past and build a better future"

As Nigeria celebrate it's 65 Independence Anniversary, it is a call for us to come together in faith and unity, through our collective efforts towards the realization of the nation of our dream.
Together, we can build a better Nigeria!

Happy Independence Day from all of us at the Anambra State Bureau of Statistics

29/07/2025

State Bureau of Statistics concludes CPI Workshop, Sensitizes Participants on New Compilation and Rebasing Framework

The Anambra State Bureau of Statistics has just concluded its capacity workshop on Consumer Price Index (CPI) Compilation and Rebasing organized by the National Bureau of Statistics in conjunction with the World Bank for statisticians in the state.

The 4-day training, which had in attendance statisticians from across the state, was held at the bureau headquarters in Awka.

Speaking, the Statistician General/Managing Director, Anambra State Bureau of Statistics, Dr. Obiora Obiabunmo, stated that the training will enable statisticians in the state to align with the methodology of the new price compilation at the national level.

Dr. Obiabunmo then thanked the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and World Bank for selecting Anambra as one of the 14 pilot states for the new price index computation workshop. He also expressed profound gratitude to the Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, and the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Chiamaka Nnake, for their unwavering support and for making the training possible.

In addition, the Anambra Statistics Boss specially appreciated the Statistician General of the National Bureau of Statistics, Prince Adeyemi Adeniran, and the World Bank for their invaluable technical support throughout the program. He further encouraged participants to maximize the opportunities of the workshop to improve their productivity and effectiveness.

The Head, Prices Statistics NBS, Dr. Anthony Ayo, acknowledged price index computation to be crucial to the Bureau of Statistics. According to him, "the ability to monitor the price of goods in the market will enable the government to regulate price fluctuation, which in extension addresses scarcity and supply."

While rating the workshop highly, Dr. Ayo mentioned that participants are now conversant with the various methods of CPI compilation and rebasing, procedures on how to measure the weight of products in the food basket, among others.

Reacting, one of the participants, a Senior Statistician of the State Bureau of Statistics, Ebere Aghaji, appreciated the organizers and explained that the workshop will help state statisticians to be well equipped with the required skillset for CPI computation.

Adding, Emeka Igwebuike, also a participant opined that CPI computation is a vital economic index that enables the government to track price changes and regulate inflation rates.

Dr. Anthony Ayo, accompanied by Mr. Calistus Ihemebiri, a Principal Statistician of NBS facilitated the workshop sessions and some of the topics discussed include; Conceptual Issues and Methodology of CPI Compilation, Composition of State New CPI Basket using Results of Household Expenditure Survey 2023/2024, State Price Reference Period Computation, among others.

Updating and rebasing CPI methodology is essential for ensuring that the index accurately reflects recent economic activities and consumption patterns. Engaging in such capacity-building workshops also helps statisticians gain a deeper understanding of the methods behind index calculation.

28/07/2025

Birthday Message to His Excellency,
Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR
Governor of Anambra State
on the occasion of His 65th Birthday

Your Excellency,

On behalf of the Anambra State Bureau of Statistics, we joyfully celebrate and extend our warmest felicitations to you on the occasion of your 65th birthday anniversary.

As a visionary leader and globally acclaimed economist, your tenure as Governor of Anambra State has brought about an era of data-driven governance, fiscal discipline, and transformational development. Under your sterling leadership, Anambra State has recorded remarkable improvements across critical human development indices.

We salute your commitment to excellence, which has seen our dear state rise significantly in national rankings on education, healthcare delivery, water and sanitation, road infrastructure, and ease of doing business. Your relentless pursuit of a liveable and prosperous homeland continues to inspire hope and redefine governance across Nigeria.

At the Anambra State Bureau of Statistics, we are proud to support your administration’s evidence-based policies and developmental strides. Your leadership has reinvigorated the role of statistics in planning, budgeting, and monitoring progress for sustainable growth.

As you mark this milestone, we pray that God will continue to strengthen you with wisdom, good health, and divine favour. May the years ahead be filled with even greater accomplishments for you and for Anambra State.

Happy 65th Birthday, Your Excellency!
Long Live the People’s Governor!
Long Live Anambra State!
Oluatuegwu

With highest regards,
Obiora Obiabunmo
Statistician General/Managing Director
Anambra State Bureau of Statistics
On behalf of the Management and Staff

15/05/2025

Today I joined the Commissioner for Budget & Economic Planning, Chiamaka Nnake; the Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor; the Managing Director of Anambra ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Agbata; and the Special Adviser on Innovation, Chinwe Okoli, at the official launch of the Anambra State "Solution Lens" portal: lens.anambrastate.gov.ng

As the Statistician-General and Managing Director of the Anambra State Bureau of Statistics, I am excited about this innovative platform that empowers citizens to track government projects in real time and give feedback. It marks a significant step toward data-driven governance, evidence-based policymaking, and greater transparency and accountability in public service delivery.

I heartily congratulate Mr Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, for once again demonstrating his administration’s commitment to building a smart, open, and people-centered government.

I encourage all Ndi Anambra to visit the Solution Lens portal, explore ongoing projects, and contribute by sharing honest feedback. Together, we can build a more transparent, accountable, and responsive government.



Obiora Obiabunmo
Statistician General/MD
Anambra State Bureau of Statistics

03/04/2025

The Anambra Open Data Portal workshop, organized by the Anambra State Government through the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning and the State Bureau of Statistics, in collaboration with Octave Analytics, began yesterday 3rd of April, 2025 at the Best Western Meloch Hotel, Awka. The event brought together representatives from ten MDAs participating in the pilot phase of the project.

The first day focused on reviewing the Open Data Portal, assessing the progress made so far, and gathering feedback from MDAs on how to improve the platform. The CEO of Octave Analytics, Mr. Blessing Oladeji, led several discussions alongside his team, explaining how the portal’s features were designed to meet the various data indicators of different MDAs. They demonstrated the platform’s current functionalities while participants shared their observations and suggestions. A brief training session was also conducted to guide MDAs on how to navigate a Ross the portal and use the data upload forms effectively.

In his opening remarks, the Statistician-General of Anambra State, Dr. Obiora Obiabunmo thanked the Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to data driven governance. He also thanked the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Mrs Chiamaka Nnake, for her dedication and strategic guidance in driving this initiative forward. The Statistician-General of the State emphasized the purpose of the gathering and noted that the session was an opportunity to reflect on the achievements so far, identify areas for improvement, and explore ways to enhance the platform for better data management.

Representing the Ministry of Education, Dr. Bayo commended Octave Analytics for the work done so far. He highlighted the importance of proper data segregation on the portal and assured the team of his ministry’s full support in providing the necessary data for improved efficiency. He also encouraged other MDAs to collaborate in ensuring the success of this project.

The first day of the workshop provided a strong foundation for the Open Data Portal’s implementation. With valuable feedback from MDAs and a shared commitment to improving data accessibility, the project is set to enhance transparency, accountability, and informed governance in Anambra State. The sessions continued today, focusing on further refining the platform and equipping stakeholders with the necessary skills for effective data management.

20/03/2025

Anambra kicks off Enumerator Training for State GDP Computation

The Anambra State Bureau of Statistics (ASBS) has commenced a five-day training program for enumerators as part of the implementation of the State Gross Domestic Product (SGDP) computation project. The event, held in Awka, has brought together key stakeholders, data collectors, and experts to build capacity for accurate economic data gathering in the state.

Declaring the training open, the Statistician-General of Anambra State, Mr. Obiora Obiabunmo, who also represented the Honourable Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, emphasized the importance of the exercise in providing reliable and disaggregated economic data for informed policy-making. He highlighted that the SGDP project, spearheaded by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in collaboration with state statistical agencies and the World Bank, will help track economic growth and sectoral performance at the subnational level.

In his remarks, Mr. Obiabunmo commended the Executive Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, for his unwavering support for data-driven governance. He noted that the Governor’s commitment to economic planning and statistical development has positioned Anambra State as a leader in evidence-based decision-making. He also extended appreciation to the Statistician-General of the Federation and CEO of the National Bureau of Statistics, whose leadership has facilitated the successful rollout of the SGDP program across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Speaking at the event, the NBS Anambra State Officer, Mrs. Maureen Ugo, underscored the significance of the SGDP initiative in strengthening economic data systems at the state level. She noted that collaboration between the NBS and state statistical offices is crucial for ensuring consistency in economic data production nationwide. Mrs. Ugo further assured participants of NBS’s technical support and oversight throughout the data collection and analysis process.

The training program, which will run from 18th to 22nd March 2025, is designed to equip the enumerators with the necessary skills and methodologies for data collection, field monitoring, and analysis. The data generated will be crucial in measuring the economic performance of Anambra State, aiding in policy formulation, investment decisions, and sustainable economic planning. Participants at the event expressed enthusiasm about the training, acknowledging the opportunity to contribute to the economic development of the state through accurate and credible data collection.

The Anambra State Bureau of Statistics reassured all stakeholders of its commitment to ensuring a transparent and efficient data collection process, which will serve as a foundation for future economic planning and growth strategies in the state. The SGDP implementation process will proceed with fieldwork and data collection from 24th March to 15th April 2025, followed by data analysis and validation in May 2025.