[1][2] Degema is a Local Governments Area in Rivers State, Nigeria.

[citation needed]In the early 19th century, after slave trade it was a major exporter of kernels and palm oil and it is located in an area of mangroves, tropical forests and swamps.

[6] Degema shares border with Asari Toru to the North, Akuku-Toru to the west, Okrika and Bonny to the east, and a river to the south.

Degema has a hot, humid climate that experiences uncomfortable weather all year round.

[7][8] The towns and villages that make up Degema LGA includes Degema, Bakana, Usokun-Degema, Ogurama, Tombia, Ke, Bille, Obuama and Bukuma.