Ijebu North Local Government Area
Ijebu North is centred on Ijebu-Igbo and is one of the major population and commercial centres in Ogun East.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ijebu North LGA
Ijebu North LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ijebu North LGA
Ijebu North forms part of the historic Ijebuland cultural area. Ijebu-Igbo developed into an important inland commercial and agricultural centre.
Geography of Ijebu North LGA
The LGA contains forested areas, agricultural land, hills, streams and several large settlements connected by road networks.
Economy of Ijebu North LGA
Agriculture, cocoa, oil palm, timber, commerce, education and small-scale manufacturing are major economic activities.
About Ijebu North LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ijebu North 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 LGA covers an area of approximately 969 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ijebu-Igbo.
History of Ijebu North LGA Creation
Ijebu North 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 LGA and Ogun State
As part of Ogun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ijebu North 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 LGA
What is Ijebu North LGA known for?
Ijebu North is centred on Ijebu-Igbo and is one of the major population and commercial centres in Ogun East.
What is the headquarters of Ijebu North LGA?
The headquarters of Ijebu North LGA is Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ijebu North in Ogun State?
Ijebu North is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ogun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ijebu-Igbo. The LGA covers an area of approximately 969 km².
What are the communities in Ijebu North LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ijebu North LGA include: Ijebu-Igbo, Ago-Iwoye, Oru, Osun, Awa.
When was Ijebu North LGA created?
Ijebu North 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 LGA in Ogun State?
Ijebu North LGA covers an area of approximately 969 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Ogun State.
What is the population of Ijebu North LGA?
The estimated population of Ijebu North LGA is approximately 487846. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.