Ife North Local Government Area
Ife North is one of the largest LGAs in Osun State by land area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ife North LGA
Ife North LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ife North LGA
Ife North contains historic Yoruba communities that developed around farming, trade and traditional institutions. Ipetumodu is the headquarters.
Geography of Ife North LGA
The LGA contains extensive rural agricultural land, forest areas and rolling terrain. It occupies a large area north of Ile-Ife.
Economy of Ife North LGA
Agriculture is dominant, especially cocoa, cassava, yam, maize, kolanut and palm produce. Poultry and livestock are also important.
About Ife North LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ife North 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 North LGA covers an area of approximately 886 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ipetumodu.
History of Ife North LGA Creation
Ife North 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 North LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ife North 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 North LGA
What is Ife North LGA known for?
Ife North is one of the largest LGAs in Osun State by land area.
What is the headquarters of Ife North LGA?
The headquarters of Ife North LGA is Ipetumodu, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ife North in Osun State?
Ife North is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ipetumodu. The LGA covers an area of approximately 886 km².
What are the communities in Ife North LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ife North LGA include: Ipetumodu, Edunabon, Moro, Asipa, Yakoyo.
When was Ife North LGA created?
Ife North 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 North LGA in Osun State?
Ife North LGA covers an area of approximately 886 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Ife North LGA?
The estimated population of Ife North LGA is approximately 230000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.