Ise/Orun Local Government Area
Ise/Orun is an important agricultural LGA in southern Ekiti State.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ise/Orun LGA
Ise/Orun LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ise/Orun LGA
Ise-Ekiti is one of the historic kingdoms of southern Ekiti. The community developed around a traditional political institution headed by the Arinjale and became an important agricultural and commercial centre.
Ise and Orun remained part of the former Ondo State until Ekiti State was created in 1996.
Geography of Ise/Orun LGA
The LGA lies in southern Ekiti and contains fertile agricultural land, forest vegetation, hills and valleys. The area receives sufficient rainfall for cocoa, oil palm, cassava, yam and plantain production.
Economy of Ise/Orun LGA
Agriculture is particularly important, with cocoa, oil palm, cassava, yam, plantain, maize and other crops produced. Trading, agro-processing, transport and small businesses provide additional economic activities.
Notable People from Ise/Orun LGA
Governor of Ekiti State from 2010 to 2014 and 2018 to 2022; former Minister of Mines and Steel Development and former President of the Nigerian Governors' Forum.
1965About Ise/Orun LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ise/Orun Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Ekiti 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
Ise/Orun LGA covers an area of approximately 372 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ise-Ekiti.
History of Ise/Orun LGA Creation
Ise/Orun 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.
Ise/Orun LGA and Ekiti State
As part of Ekiti State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ise/Orun LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Ekiti State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ise/Orun LGA
What is Ise/Orun LGA known for?
Ise/Orun is an important agricultural LGA in southern Ekiti State.
What is the headquarters of Ise/Orun LGA?
The headquarters of Ise/Orun LGA is Ise-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ise/Orun in Ekiti State?
Ise/Orun is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ise-Ekiti. The LGA covers an area of approximately 372 km².
What are the communities in Ise/Orun LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ise/Orun LGA include: Ise-Ekiti, Orun-Ekiti, Ise Palace, cocoa farms, agricultural communities, local markets and surrounding forest areas..
When was Ise/Orun LGA created?
Ise/Orun 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 Ise/Orun LGA in Ekiti State?
Ise/Orun LGA covers an area of approximately 372 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Ekiti State.
What is the population of Ise/Orun LGA?
The estimated population of Ise/Orun LGA is approximately 214116. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.