Orlu
Orlu is South East Nigeria's second largest city after Owerri. It has a long history and played a critical role as the headquarters for the Organisation of African Unity's humanitarian relief agencies during the Nigeria-Biafra Civil War.Orlu
- Also known as: “Orlu Local Government Area”
- Location: Imo State, South East Nigeria, Nigeria, West Africa, Africa
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Latitude
5.8072° or 5° 48′ 26″ north
Longitude
7.0389° or 7° 2′ 20″ east
Elevation
110 metres (361 feet)
Open location code
6FQ9R24Q+VG
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