Ola-Oluwa Local Government Area
Ola-Oluwa is predominantly rural and agricultural.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ola-Oluwa LGA
Ola-Oluwa LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ola-Oluwa LGA
The LGA consists of traditional Yoruba farming communities with long-standing agricultural practices.
Geography of Ola-Oluwa LGA
Its landscape is predominantly rural with farms, woodland and settlements. Bode-Osi serves as headquarters.
Economy of Ola-Oluwa LGA
Agriculture, cassava, yam, maize, cocoa, oil palm, livestock and small-scale commerce are important.
About Ola-Oluwa LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ola-Oluwa 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
Ola-Oluwa LGA covers an area of approximately 326 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Bode-Osi.
History of Ola-Oluwa LGA Creation
Ola-Oluwa 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.
Ola-Oluwa LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ola-Oluwa 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 — Ola-Oluwa LGA
What is Ola-Oluwa LGA known for?
Ola-Oluwa is predominantly rural and agricultural.
What is the headquarters of Ola-Oluwa LGA?
The headquarters of Ola-Oluwa LGA is Bode-Osi, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ola-Oluwa in Osun State?
Ola-Oluwa is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Bode-Osi. The LGA covers an area of approximately 326 km².
What are the communities in Ola-Oluwa LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ola-Oluwa LGA include: Bode-Osi, Ilobu, Iwara, Obafemi Awolowo Road corridor.
When was Ola-Oluwa LGA created?
Ola-Oluwa 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 Ola-Oluwa LGA in Osun State?
Ola-Oluwa LGA covers an area of approximately 326 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Ola-Oluwa LGA?
The estimated population of Ola-Oluwa LGA is approximately 115000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.