Igueben Local Government Area
Igueben is a predominantly agricultural LGA in central Edo State.
Communities & Notable Areas in Igueben LGA
Igueben LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Igueben LGA
Igueben forms part of the Esan cultural region and has numerous traditional communities with long-established local institutions. The headquarters town shares the same name as the LGA.
Geography of Igueben LGA
The LGA has fertile agricultural land, rolling terrain, tropical vegetation and numerous streams. Rural settlements are distributed around farming areas.
Economy of Igueben LGA
Agriculture, food processing, palm produce, cassava, yam, plantain and local commerce are major activities.
About Igueben LGA — Key Facts & Context
Igueben 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
Igueben LGA covers an area of approximately 380 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Igueben.
History of Igueben LGA Creation
Igueben LGA was formally established in 1996 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.
Igueben LGA and Edo State
As part of Edo State in the South South geopolitical zone, Igueben 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 — Igueben LGA
What is Igueben LGA known for?
Igueben is a predominantly agricultural LGA in central Edo State.
What is the headquarters of Igueben LGA?
The headquarters of Igueben LGA is Igueben, Edo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Igueben in Edo State?
Igueben is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Edo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Igueben. The LGA covers an area of approximately 380 km².
What are the communities in Igueben LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Igueben LGA include: Igueben, Opoji, Ekpon and surrounding communities.
When was Igueben LGA created?
Igueben LGA was created in 1996, making it approximately 30 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Igueben LGA in Edo State?
Igueben LGA covers an area of approximately 380 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Edo State.
What is the population of Igueben LGA?
Accurate, up-to-date population data for Igueben LGA is not available, as Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006. Current figures are based on projections from that census.