Ijebu North East Local Government Area
Ijebu North East is a relatively compact LGA located within the Ijebu cultural area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ijebu North East LGA
Ijebu North East LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ijebu North East LGA
The LGA contains communities with longstanding connections to the Ijebu traditional and commercial system.
Geography of Ijebu North East LGA
Its landscape contains settlements, agricultural land and road corridors linking communities in Ogun East.
Economy of Ijebu North East LGA
Agriculture, commerce, food processing, transportation and small businesses are important.
About Ijebu North East LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ijebu North 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 North East LGA covers an area of approximately 124 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Atan.
History of Ijebu North East LGA Creation
Ijebu North 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 North East LGA and Ogun State
As part of Ogun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ijebu North 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 North East LGA
What is Ijebu North East LGA known for?
Ijebu North East is a relatively compact LGA located within the Ijebu cultural area.
What is the headquarters of Ijebu North East LGA?
The headquarters of Ijebu North East LGA is Atan, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ijebu North East in Ogun State?
Ijebu North East is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ogun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Atan. The LGA covers an area of approximately 124 km².
What are the communities in Ijebu North East LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ijebu North East LGA include: Atan, Ogbere, Ososa, Isonyin.
When was Ijebu North East LGA created?
Ijebu North 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 North East LGA in Ogun State?
Ijebu North East LGA covers an area of approximately 124 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Ogun State.
What is the population of Ijebu North East LGA?
The estimated population of Ijebu North East LGA is approximately 119635. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.