Nkanu East is a Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria.

Communities in Nkanu East Local Government Area include Nara Unateze, Nomeh Unateze, Akpawfu, Ugbawka, Nkerefi, Mburubu, Owo, Ubahu, Amaechi Idodo, Ama Nkanu, Oruku, Amagunze and Ihuokpara.

Ihuokpara, as one of the most prominent towns in Nkanu-East has an ancient history that cannot be ignored when Nkanu and widely, Enugu State is discussed.

Nkerefi borders the council area with Ohaozara community of Ebonyi.

The local Council, that was formed around 1983 has not advanced the area very much in terms of basic amenities like good road network, electricity, hospitals, modern housing and schools.