Odogbolu Local Government Area
Odogbolu is a historic Ijebu-area LGA with agricultural communities and important cultural heritage.
Communities & Notable Areas in Odogbolu LGA
Odogbolu LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Odogbolu LGA
Odogbolu forms part of the wider Ijebu cultural region. The area contains traditional communities with longstanding links to Ijebuland.
Geography of Odogbolu LGA
The landscape includes agricultural land, palm plantations, settlements, streams and forested areas.
Economy of Odogbolu LGA
Agriculture, palm oil, cocoa, commerce, food processing and services are important.
About Odogbolu LGA — Key Facts & Context
Odogbolu 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
Odogbolu LGA covers an area of approximately 568 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Odogbolu.
History of Odogbolu LGA Creation
Odogbolu 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.
Odogbolu LGA and Ogun State
As part of Ogun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Odogbolu 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 — Odogbolu LGA
What is Odogbolu LGA known for?
Odogbolu is a historic Ijebu-area LGA with agricultural communities and important cultural heritage.
What is the headquarters of Odogbolu LGA?
The headquarters of Odogbolu LGA is Odogbolu, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Odogbolu in Ogun State?
Odogbolu is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ogun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Odogbolu. The LGA covers an area of approximately 568 km².
What are the communities in Odogbolu LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Odogbolu LGA include: Odogbolu, Ososa, Imodi, Oru-Ijebu, Ogbo.
When was Odogbolu LGA created?
Odogbolu 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 Odogbolu LGA in Ogun State?
Odogbolu LGA covers an area of approximately 568 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Ogun State.
What is the population of Odogbolu LGA?
The estimated population of Odogbolu LGA is approximately 218513. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.