Boripe Local Government Area
Boripe is home to Iree and is an important agricultural and educational area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Boripe LGA
Boripe LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Boripe LGA
Boripe contains historic Yoruba settlements, including Iragbiji and Iree. Traditional institutions have played important roles in local governance and cultural preservation.
Geography of Boripe LGA
The LGA consists mainly of cultivated plains and settlements. Iragbiji is the administrative headquarters while Iree is an important educational centre.
Economy of Boripe LGA
Agriculture, trading, food processing and education are important. Cashew, pineapple, citrus, cassava, yam, maize and vegetables are produced.
About Boripe LGA — Key Facts & Context
Boripe Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Osun 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
Boripe LGA covers an area of approximately 131 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Iragbiji.
History of Boripe LGA Creation
Boripe LGA was formally established in 1991 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.
Boripe LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Boripe LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Osun State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Boripe LGA
What is Boripe LGA known for?
Boripe is home to Iree and is an important agricultural and educational area.
What is the headquarters of Boripe LGA?
The headquarters of Boripe LGA is Iragbiji, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Boripe in Osun State?
Boripe is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Iragbiji. The LGA covers an area of approximately 131 km².
What are the communities in Boripe LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Boripe LGA include: Iragbiji, Iree, Ada, Ikire-Ile.
When was Boripe LGA created?
Boripe LGA was created in 1991, making it approximately 35 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Boripe LGA in Osun State?
Boripe LGA covers an area of approximately 131 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Boripe LGA?
The estimated population of Boripe LGA is approximately 193000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.