All 18 Local Government Areas of Ondo State
Complete list of every LGA in Ondo State — headquarters, land area, population, notable communities, and key economic facts.
Complete List of LGAs in Ondo State
| # | LGA Name | Headquarters | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akoko North-East | Ikare-Akoko | — |
| 2 | Akoko North-West | Okeagbe | — |
| 3 | Akoko South-East | Isua-Akoko | — |
| 4 | Akoko South-West | Oka-Akoko | — |
| 5 | Akure North | Iju/Itaogbolu | — |
| 6 | Akure South | Akure | — |
| 7 | Ese-Odo | Igbekebo | — |
| 8 | Idanre | Idanre | — |
| 9 | Ifedore | Igbara-Oke | — |
| 10 | Ilaje | Igbokoda | — |
| 11 | Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo | Ile-Oluji | — |
| 12 | Irele | Ode-Irele | — |
| 13 | Odigbo | Ore | — |
| 14 | Okitipupa | Okitipupa | — |
| 15 | Ondo East | Bolorunduro | — |
| 16 | Ondo West | Ondo | — |
| 17 | Ose | Ifon | — |
| 18 | Owo | Owo | — |
18 LGAs total.
Detailed Profile of Each LGA in Ondo State
Each Local Government Area in Ondo State has a distinct character, history, and economic function. Below is a comprehensive profile of all 18 LGAs.
Northern Ondo LGA centred on Ikare-Akoko. The area is known for agriculture, commerce, hills and the distinctive cultural heritage of the Akoko people.
Full profile of Akoko North-East LGA →Northern Ondo LGA containing Okeagbe and other historic Akoko communities. Agriculture and local commerce are important economic activities.
Full profile of Akoko North-West LGA →Akoko LGA containing Isua and other communities. The area has a strong agricultural base and distinctive traditional institutions.
Full profile of Akoko South-East LGA →LGA centred on Oka-Akoko and home to Akungba-Akoko, a major university town. Agriculture, education and commerce are important to the local economy.
Full profile of Akoko South-West LGA →LGA immediately north of the state capital. It contains agricultural communities and serves as part of the wider Akure metropolitan economic area.
Full profile of Akure North LGA →Capital LGA of Ondo State and location of Akure city. It contains major government institutions, markets, universities, businesses, cultural landmarks and transport infrastructure.
Full profile of Akure South LGA →Riverine LGA in southern Ondo with extensive waterways, fishing communities, wetlands and coastal cultural influences.
Full profile of Ese-Odo LGA →Historic LGA and home of the famous Idanre Hills. Agriculture, tourism and traditional cultural institutions are major features.
Full profile of Idanre LGA →Central Ondo LGA containing Igbara-Oke and other agricultural communities. The area benefits from its proximity to Akure and major road networks.
Full profile of Ifedore LGA →Coastal and riverine LGA known for fishing, waterways, mangroves, marine resources, oil and gas activity and the Igbokoda waterfront.
Full profile of Ilaje LGA →Agricultural LGA containing Ile-Oluji and Oke-Igbo. The area is known for cocoa and other crops and is associated with the culturally important Igbo Olodumare forest.
Full profile of Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo LGA →Southern Ondo LGA in the Ikale-speaking area. Agriculture, commerce and traditional cultural institutions are important to the local economy.
Full profile of Irele LGA →Large southern LGA centred on Ore, an important commercial and transport hub linking southwestern Nigeria. Agriculture, trade and logistics are major activities.
Full profile of Odigbo LGA →Important southern Ondo town and centre of the Ikale area. Agriculture, commerce, education and oil-related activities contribute to the local economy.
Full profile of Okitipupa LGA →LGA east of Ondo town with agricultural and riverine communities. Farming and local commerce are important sources of livelihood.
Full profile of Ondo East LGA →Historic Ondo LGA and home to Ondo town, seat of the Osemawe. The area is important for agriculture, commerce, education and cultural heritage.
Full profile of Ondo West LGA →Northern Ondo LGA headquartered at Ifon. Agriculture, forestry, quarrying and local trade are important economic activities.
Full profile of Ose LGA →Historic Owo Kingdom and major northern Ondo commercial centre. Owo is famous for archaeological discoveries, traditional art, the Owo Museum and the Olowo palace.
Full profile of Owo LGA →About Local Government Areas in Ondo State
Local Government Areas (LGAs) are the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal and state governments. Ondo State has 18 LGAs.
What Is an LGA Chairman?
Each LGA in Ondo State is headed by an elected Local Government Chairman.
History of LGA Creation in Nigeria
Nigeria's current 774 LGAs were created through a series of administrative reforms. For the full story, see the guide to History of State Creation in Nigeria.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ondo State LGAs
How many local government areas does Ondo State have?
Ondo State has 18 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
What are the 18 local governments of Ondo State?
The 18 Local Government Areas of Ondo State are: Akoko North-East, Akoko North-West, Akoko South-East, Akoko South-West, Akure North, Akure South, Ese-Odo, Idanre, Ifedore, Ilaje, Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo, Irele, Odigbo, Okitipupa, Ondo East, Ondo West, Ose, Owo.
What is the biggest local government in Ondo State?
Ondo State has 18 LGAs of varying sizes.
What is the smallest local government in Ondo State?
Area data is available for each LGA in the table on this page.
Which local government area in Ondo State is the richest?
Economic value varies by LGA based on natural resources, commerce, and infrastructure. The LGA containing the state capital — Akure — typically has the highest concentration of economic activity and government institutions.
What is an LGA in Nigeria?
LGA stands for Local Government Area. It is the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal government and state governments. Nigeria has 774 LGAs in total across its 36 states and the FCT. Each LGA is headed by an elected chairman and councillors. LGAs receive federal allocations monthly from the Federation Account and are responsible for primary education, basic healthcare, community development, and local roads.