Ikenne Local Government Area
Ikenne is part of Remoland and is home to Ilishan-Remo and major educational institutions.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ikenne LGA
Ikenne LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ikenne LGA
Ikenne is historically associated with the Remo people and contains communities with longstanding traditional institutions.
Geography of Ikenne LGA
The LGA has a mixture of urban settlements, agricultural land, educational campuses and developing residential areas.
Economy of Ikenne LGA
Education, agriculture, commerce, real estate, hospitality and services are major economic activities.
Notable People from Ikenne LGA
Educationist, social critic and founder of Mayflower School in Ikenne.
1922 – 1994Nigerian statesman, nationalist and political leader associated with the development of Western Nigeria.
1909 – 1987About Ikenne LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ikenne 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
Ikenne LGA covers an area of approximately 137 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ikenne.
History of Ikenne LGA Creation
Ikenne 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.
Ikenne LGA and Ogun State
As part of Ogun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ikenne 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 — Ikenne LGA
What is Ikenne LGA known for?
Ikenne is part of Remoland and is home to Ilishan-Remo and major educational institutions.
What is the headquarters of Ikenne LGA?
The headquarters of Ikenne LGA is Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ikenne in Ogun State?
Ikenne is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ogun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ikenne. The LGA covers an area of approximately 137 km².
What are the communities in Ikenne LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ikenne LGA include: Ikenne, Ilishan-Remo, Sagamu Road, Ogijo, Babcock University.
When was Ikenne LGA created?
Ikenne 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 Ikenne LGA in Ogun State?
Ikenne LGA covers an area of approximately 137 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Ogun State.
What is the population of Ikenne LGA?
The estimated population of Ikenne LGA is approximately 207163. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.