Egor Local Government Area
Egor is a highly urbanised LGA forming part of the Benin City metropolitan area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Egor LGA
Egor LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Egor LGA
Egor developed alongside the expansion of Benin City and has become one of the city's major urban administrative areas. Its communities have expanded considerably with population growth and urban development.
Geography of Egor LGA
The LGA is predominantly urban and lies on relatively low-lying terrain. Much of the natural vegetation has been transformed by residential, commercial and institutional development.
Economy of Egor LGA
Urban commerce, services, education, construction, retail, transport, property and small-scale manufacturing dominate the economy.
About Egor LGA — Key Facts & Context
Egor Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Edo State in Nigeria. Local Government Areas are the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal and state governments. Each LGA is governed by an elected Local Government Chairman and councillors, responsible for primary education, basic healthcare, local roads, and community development.
Size and Geography
Egor LGA covers an area of approximately 93 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Uselu.
History of Egor LGA Creation
Egor LGA was formally established in 1976 as part of Nigeria's local government reform exercises carried out by the federal military government. Nigeria's current system of 774 LGAs was built through a series of administrative reforms — most significantly the 1976 reform under General Murtala Muhammed and subsequent exercises in 1991 and 1996. For the full context, see History of State Creation in Nigeria.
Egor LGA and Edo State
As part of Edo State in the South South geopolitical zone, Egor LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Edo State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Egor LGA
What is Egor LGA known for?
Egor is a highly urbanised LGA forming part of the Benin City metropolitan area.
What is the headquarters of Egor LGA?
The headquarters of Egor LGA is Uselu, Edo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Egor in Edo State?
Egor is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Edo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Uselu. The LGA covers an area of approximately 93 km².
What are the communities in Egor LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Egor LGA include: Uselu, Evbuotubu, Egor, Oregbeni, Ogida and surrounding Benin City communities.
When was Egor LGA created?
Egor LGA was created in 1976, making it approximately 50 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Egor LGA in Edo State?
Egor LGA covers an area of approximately 93 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Edo State.
What is the population of Egor LGA?
Accurate, up-to-date population data for Egor LGA is not available, as Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006. Current figures are based on projections from that census.