Isokan Local Government Area
Isokan is an agricultural LGA in southern Osun.
Communities & Notable Areas in Isokan LGA
Isokan LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Isokan LGA
Isokan contains historic communities including Apomu and surrounding Yoruba settlements.
Geography of Isokan LGA
The LGA is largely agricultural, with cultivated land and rural settlements surrounding the major towns.
Economy of Isokan LGA
Agriculture, trading, cocoa, cassava, yam, maize, plantain and livestock are important.
About Isokan LGA — Key Facts & Context
Isokan 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
Isokan LGA covers an area of approximately 179 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Apomu.
History of Isokan LGA Creation
Isokan 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.
Isokan LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Isokan 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 — Isokan LGA
What is Isokan LGA known for?
Isokan is an agricultural LGA in southern Osun.
What is the headquarters of Isokan LGA?
The headquarters of Isokan LGA is Apomu, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Isokan in Osun State?
Isokan is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Apomu. The LGA covers an area of approximately 179 km².
What are the communities in Isokan LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Isokan LGA include: Apomu, Ikire, Asaba, Alusekere.
When was Isokan LGA created?
Isokan 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 Isokan LGA in Osun State?
Isokan LGA covers an area of approximately 179 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Isokan LGA?
The estimated population of Isokan LGA is approximately 144000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.