Okitipupa Local Government Area
Important southern Ondo town and centre of the Ikale area. Agriculture, commerce, education and oil-related activities contribute to the local economy.
About Okitipupa LGA
Important southern Ondo town and centre of the Ikale area. Agriculture, commerce, education and oil-related activities contribute to the local economy.
Notable People from Okitipupa LGA
Governor of Ondo State. He became governor in 2023 and won the 2024 governorship election.
1965About Okitipupa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Okitipupa Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Ondo 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.
Okitipupa LGA and Ondo State
As part of Ondo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Okitipupa LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Ondo State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Okitipupa LGA
What is Okitipupa LGA known for?
Important southern Ondo town and centre of the Ikale area. Agriculture, commerce, education and oil-related activities contribute to the local economy.
What is the headquarters of Okitipupa LGA?
The headquarters of Okitipupa LGA is Okitipupa, Ondo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Okitipupa in Ondo State?
Okitipupa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Ondo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Okitipupa.
What are the communities in Okitipupa LGA?
The major communities in Okitipupa LGA are centred around its headquarters (Okitipupa) and include numerous residential, commercial, and rural settlements within its boundaries.
When was Okitipupa LGA created?
Okitipupa LGA was established during Nigeria's local government reform exercises, as part of the process of creating the current 774 LGAs across Nigeria.
How large is Okitipupa LGA in Ondo State?
Okitipupa LGA is located in Ondo State, Nigeria.
What is the population of Okitipupa LGA?
Accurate, up-to-date population data for Okitipupa LGA is not available, as Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006. Current figures are based on projections from that census.