Owerri (/oʊˈwɛri/ oh-Way-Ray, Igbo: Owèrrè) is the capital city of Imo State in Nigeria, set in the heart of Igboland. It is also the state's largest city, followed by Orlu, Okigwe, and Ohaji/Egbema. Owerri consists of three Local Government Areas, namely Owerri Municipal, Owerri North, and Owerri West. It has an estimated population of 1,401,873 as of 2016 and is approximately 551.00 square kilometres (212.743 sq mi) in area, combining the 3 local government making up Owerri. Owerri is bordered by the Otamiri River to the east and the Nworie River to the south. The Owerri Slogan is Heartland. It is also called the Las Vegas of Africa, due to the nightlife of the city and the numerous hotels, casinos, and leisure parks all over the city.