Olorunda Local Government Area
Olorunda surrounds important parts of the Osogbo metropolitan area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Olorunda LGA
Olorunda LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Olorunda LGA
Olorunda contains communities closely linked to the development of Osogbo and the wider Osun cultural landscape.
Geography of Olorunda LGA
The LGA is relatively urbanised and contains residential, commercial and peri-urban settlements around Osogbo.
Economy of Olorunda LGA
Commerce, government, education, transport, construction, services and small businesses dominate the economy.
About Olorunda LGA — Key Facts & Context
Olorunda 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
Olorunda LGA covers an area of approximately 97 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Igbona.
History of Olorunda LGA Creation
Olorunda 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.
Olorunda LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Olorunda 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 — Olorunda LGA
What is Olorunda LGA known for?
Olorunda surrounds important parts of the Osogbo metropolitan area.
What is the headquarters of Olorunda LGA?
The headquarters of Olorunda LGA is Igbona, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Olorunda in Osun State?
Olorunda is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Igbona. The LGA covers an area of approximately 97 km².
What are the communities in Olorunda LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Olorunda LGA include: Igbona, Osogbo, Oke-Fia, Alekuwodo, Lameco.
When was Olorunda LGA created?
Olorunda 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 Olorunda LGA in Osun State?
Olorunda LGA covers an area of approximately 97 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Olorunda LGA?
The estimated population of Olorunda LGA is approximately 200000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.