Ife East Local Government Area
Ife East contains Modakeke and important parts of the greater Ile-Ife urban area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ife East LGA
Ife East LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ife East LGA
Ife East includes communities closely connected with the historical development of Ile-Ife. Modakeke is one of the most important settlements in the LGA and has its own distinctive history.
Geography of Ife East LGA
The area contains urban settlements, agricultural land and forest remnants. Oke-Ogbo serves as the official headquarters.
Economy of Ife East LGA
Agriculture, commerce, education, transport and small businesses are major activities. Cocoa, oil palm, cassava and food crops are important.
About Ife East LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ife East 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
Ife East LGA covers an area of approximately 171 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Oke-Ogbo.
History of Ife East LGA Creation
Ife East 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.
Ife East LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ife East 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 — Ife East LGA
What is Ife East LGA known for?
Ife East contains Modakeke and important parts of the greater Ile-Ife urban area.
What is the headquarters of Ife East LGA?
The headquarters of Ife East LGA is Oke-Ogbo, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ife East in Osun State?
Ife East is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Oke-Ogbo. The LGA covers an area of approximately 171 km².
What are the communities in Ife East LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ife East LGA include: Oke-Ogbo, Modakeke, Mayfair, Ife-Ibadan Road corridor.
When was Ife East LGA created?
Ife East 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 Ife East LGA in Osun State?
Ife East LGA covers an area of approximately 171 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Ife East LGA?
The estimated population of Ife East LGA is approximately 284000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.