Ifedayo Local Government Area
Ifedayo is one of the smaller LGAs in northern Osun.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ifedayo LGA
Ifedayo LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ifedayo LGA
Ifedayo is centred around historic communities including Oke-Ila Orangun. Traditional institutions and agriculture remain important to the area.
Geography of Ifedayo LGA
The landscape consists of rolling terrain and cultivated land. Oke-Ila Orangun is the headquarters.
Economy of Ifedayo LGA
Agriculture, trading and small-scale businesses are important. Cassava, yam, maize, plantain and vegetables are cultivated.
About Ifedayo LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ifedayo 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
Ifedayo LGA covers an area of approximately 128 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Oke-Ila Orangun.
History of Ifedayo LGA Creation
Ifedayo 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.
Ifedayo LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ifedayo 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 — Ifedayo LGA
What is Ifedayo LGA known for?
Ifedayo is one of the smaller LGAs in northern Osun.
What is the headquarters of Ifedayo LGA?
The headquarters of Ifedayo LGA is Oke-Ila Orangun, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ifedayo in Osun State?
Ifedayo is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Oke-Ila Orangun. The LGA covers an area of approximately 128 km².
What are the communities in Ifedayo LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ifedayo LGA include: Oke-Ila Orangun, Ora, Igbajo.
When was Ifedayo LGA created?
Ifedayo 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 Ifedayo LGA in Osun State?
Ifedayo LGA covers an area of approximately 128 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Ifedayo LGA?
The estimated population of Ifedayo LGA is approximately 52000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.