Ughelli

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For the Italian histrian, see Ferdinando Ughelli

Ughelli is a town in Delta State, Nigeria. The city of Ughelli have an 'Ovie' which is the title of the traditional ruler.The indegenes of Ughelli town have a yearly celebration festival called 'Omanuku'.

It was originally a center of agriculture, but industry has now developed there. Petroleum extraction by Shell occurs in the vicinity, and accidents have caused health and economic problems there.

Coordinates: 5°30′N, 5°59′E