Ifelodun Local Government Area
Ifelodun is centred around Ikirun, an important commercial town in northern Osun.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ifelodun LGA
Ifelodun LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ifelodun LGA
Ikirun and surrounding communities have long served as commercial and agricultural centres connecting northern and central Osun.
Geography of Ifelodun LGA
The LGA is relatively urbanised around Ikirun but also contains agricultural communities and cultivated land.
Economy of Ifelodun LGA
Commerce, agriculture, food processing, transport and small-scale manufacturing are major activities.
About Ifelodun LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ifelodun 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
Ifelodun LGA covers an area of approximately 114 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ikirun.
History of Ifelodun LGA Creation
Ifelodun 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.
Ifelodun LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ifelodun 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 — Ifelodun LGA
What is Ifelodun LGA known for?
Ifelodun is centred around Ikirun, an important commercial town in northern Osun.
What is the headquarters of Ifelodun LGA?
The headquarters of Ifelodun LGA is Ikirun, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ifelodun in Osun State?
Ifelodun is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ikirun. The LGA covers an area of approximately 114 km².
What are the communities in Ifelodun LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ifelodun LGA include: Ikirun, Iragbiji Road, Okua, Eko-Ende.
When was Ifelodun LGA created?
Ifelodun 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 Ifelodun LGA in Osun State?
Ifelodun LGA covers an area of approximately 114 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Ifelodun LGA?
The estimated population of Ifelodun LGA is approximately 143000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.