Ijebu East Local Government Area
Ijebu East is one of the largest LGAs by land area in Ogun State and contains extensive rural and forest landscapes.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ijebu East LGA
Ijebu East LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ijebu East LGA
Ijebu East forms part of historic Ijebuland and contains communities that developed under the wider political and cultural system of the Ijebu people.
Geography of Ijebu East LGA
The LGA contains extensive forest areas, agricultural land, rivers, wetlands and rural settlements. Its large land area gives it significant agricultural and ecological potential.
Economy of Ijebu East LGA
Agriculture, forestry, oil palm, cocoa, fishing, commerce and emerging industrial activity are important.
About Ijebu East LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ijebu East Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Ogun 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
Ijebu East LGA covers an area of approximately 1,985 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ogbere.
History of Ijebu East LGA Creation
Ijebu East 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.
Ijebu East LGA and Ogun State
As part of Ogun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ijebu East LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Ogun State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ijebu East LGA
What is Ijebu East LGA known for?
Ijebu East is one of the largest LGAs by land area in Ogun State and contains extensive rural and forest landscapes.
What is the headquarters of Ijebu East LGA?
The headquarters of Ijebu East LGA is Ogbere, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ijebu East in Ogun State?
Ijebu East is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ogun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ogbere. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,985 km².
What are the communities in Ijebu East LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ijebu East LGA include: Ogbere, Ijebu Ife, Orita, Awa, Itele.
When was Ijebu East LGA created?
Ijebu East 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 Ijebu East LGA in Ogun State?
Ijebu East LGA covers an area of approximately 1,985 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Ogun State.
What is the population of Ijebu East LGA?
The estimated population of Ijebu East LGA is approximately 190087. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.