Mopa-Muro Local Government Area
Mopa-Muro is an Okun Yoruba LGA in western Kogi with a predominantly agricultural economy.
Communities & Notable Areas in Mopa-Muro LGA
Mopa-Muro LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Mopa-Muro LGA
Mopa-Muro forms part of the historic Okun Yoruba cultural region. Communities in the area maintained traditional institutions and agricultural settlements before becoming part of modern Kogi State.
Geography of Mopa-Muro LGA
The LGA has a mixture of savanna and forest vegetation with agricultural land supporting food crops and tree crops. Its western position provides links to neighbouring Kwara and other Okun communities.
Economy of Mopa-Muro LGA
Agriculture, food crops, trading, forestry, livestock and small-scale processing are important economic activities.
About Mopa-Muro LGA — Key Facts & Context
Mopa-Muro Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Kogi 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
Mopa-Muro LGA covers an area of approximately 901 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Mopa.
History of Mopa-Muro LGA Creation
Mopa-Muro LGA was formally established in 1991 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.
Mopa-Muro LGA and Kogi State
As part of Kogi State in the North Central geopolitical zone, Mopa-Muro LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Kogi State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Mopa-Muro LGA
What is Mopa-Muro LGA known for?
Mopa-Muro is an Okun Yoruba LGA in western Kogi with a predominantly agricultural economy.
What is the headquarters of Mopa-Muro LGA?
The headquarters of Mopa-Muro LGA is Mopa, Kogi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Mopa-Muro in Kogi State?
Mopa-Muro is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kogi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Mopa. The LGA covers an area of approximately 901 km².
What are the communities in Mopa-Muro LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Mopa-Muro LGA include: Mopa, Muro, Aiyede, Oke-Oro, Odole, communities along the western Kogi corridor.
When was Mopa-Muro LGA created?
Mopa-Muro LGA was created in 1991, making it approximately 35 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Mopa-Muro LGA in Kogi State?
Mopa-Muro LGA covers an area of approximately 901 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kogi State.
What is the population of Mopa-Muro LGA?
The estimated population of Mopa-Muro LGA is approximately 80981. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.