The geographical area known today as Anambra State of Nigeria came into being along with eight others, on 27th August 1991, following the creation of states exercise of the historic year. It was created from the old Anambra State. Significantly enough, it drives its name from Anambra River, which is a tributary of the majestic River Niger. The capital of Anambra State is Awka, but it has Onitsha and Nnewi as its major commercial centres. The Onitsha main market is reputed to be the largest of its kind in the West Africa sub-region.