Ife South Local Government Area
Ife South is a predominantly agricultural LGA south of Ile-Ife.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ife South LGA
Ife South LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ife South LGA
Ife South contains a number of historic Yoruba communities with long-established agricultural and traditional institutions.
Geography of Ife South LGA
The LGA is characterised by large agricultural areas, forests, hills and rural settlements. Ifetedo serves as headquarters.
Economy of Ife South LGA
Agriculture, forestry, cocoa, cassava, yam, oil palm and livestock are important economic activities.
About Ife South LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ife South 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 South LGA covers an area of approximately 727 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ifetedo.
History of Ife South LGA Creation
Ife South 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 South LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ife South 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 South LGA
What is Ife South LGA known for?
Ife South is a predominantly agricultural LGA south of Ile-Ife.
What is the headquarters of Ife South LGA?
The headquarters of Ife South LGA is Ifetedo, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ife South in Osun State?
Ife South is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ifetedo. The LGA covers an area of approximately 727 km².
What are the communities in Ife South LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ife South LGA include: Ifetedo, Ile-Ogbo, Akinlalu, Oke-Opa.
When was Ife South LGA created?
Ife South 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 South LGA in Osun State?
Ife South LGA covers an area of approximately 727 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Ife South LGA?
The estimated population of Ife South LGA is approximately 205000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.