Oyun Local Government Area
Oyun is a southern Kwara LGA headquartered at Ilemona. It contains several important Yoruba towns and agricultural communities.
Communities & Notable Areas in Oyun LGA
Oyun LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Oyun LGA
Geography of Oyun LGA
Economy of Oyun LGA
Oyun has a mixed agricultural and commercial economy. Important crops include cassava, maize, yam, vegetables, potatoes, mangoes and other food crops. Granite and other mineral resources also occur in the area. Trading, transportation, quarry-related activities, small-scale manufacturing and local s
About Oyun LGA — Key Facts & Context
Oyun Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Kwara 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
Oyun LGA covers an area of approximately 475 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ilemona.
History of Oyun LGA Creation
Oyun 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.
Oyun LGA and Kwara State
As part of Kwara State in the North Central geopolitical zone, Oyun LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Kwara State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Oyun LGA
What is Oyun LGA known for?
Oyun is a southern Kwara LGA headquartered at Ilemona. It contains several important Yoruba towns and agricultural communities.
What is the headquarters of Oyun LGA?
The headquarters of Oyun LGA is Ilemona, Kwara State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Oyun in Kwara State?
Oyun is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kwara State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ilemona. The LGA covers an area of approximately 475 km².
What are the communities in Oyun LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Oyun LGA include: Ilemona, Ijagbo, Erin-Ile, Ira, Igosun, Ojoku, Ikotun, Ipee, Inaja and surrounding communities..
When was Oyun LGA created?
Oyun 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 Oyun LGA in Kwara State?
Oyun LGA covers an area of approximately 475 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kwara State.
What is the population of Oyun LGA?
The estimated population of Oyun LGA is approximately 157076. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.