Odeda Local Government Area
Odeda is a large agricultural LGA north of Abeokuta and contains important educational and agricultural research facilities.
Communities & Notable Areas in Odeda LGA
Odeda LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Odeda LGA
Odeda developed from traditional Egba communities and became increasingly important because of its location north of Abeokuta.
Geography of Odeda LGA
The LGA contains extensive agricultural land, rural settlements, roads and institutional areas. It is also associated with agricultural research and education.
Economy of Odeda LGA
Agriculture, education, food processing, commerce and transportation are major economic activities.
About Odeda LGA — Key Facts & Context
Odeda 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
Odeda LGA covers an area of approximately 1,547 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Odeda.
History of Odeda LGA Creation
Odeda 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.
Odeda LGA and Ogun State
As part of Ogun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Odeda 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 — Odeda LGA
What is Odeda LGA known for?
Odeda is a large agricultural LGA north of Abeokuta and contains important educational and agricultural research facilities.
What is the headquarters of Odeda LGA?
The headquarters of Odeda LGA is Odeda, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Odeda in Ogun State?
Odeda is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ogun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Odeda. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,547 km².
What are the communities in Odeda LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Odeda LGA include: Odeda, Osiele, Alabata, Olodo, Camp.
When was Odeda LGA created?
Odeda 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 Odeda LGA in Ogun State?
Odeda LGA covers an area of approximately 1,547 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Ogun State.
What is the population of Odeda LGA?
The estimated population of Odeda LGA is approximately 190496. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.