Orolu Local Government Area
Orolu is one of the smaller LGAs by land area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Orolu LGA
Orolu LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Orolu LGA
Orolu contains historic Yoruba communities centred around Ifon-Osun and surrounding settlements.
Geography of Orolu LGA
The area consists mainly of cultivated land and settled communities. Ifon-Osun is the administrative headquarters.
Economy of Orolu LGA
Agriculture, commerce, food processing, livestock and small businesses are major activities.
About Orolu LGA — Key Facts & Context
Orolu 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
Orolu LGA covers an area of approximately 79 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ifon-Osun.
History of Orolu LGA Creation
Orolu 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.
Orolu LGA and Osun State
As part of Osun State in the South West geopolitical zone, Orolu 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 — Orolu LGA
What is Orolu LGA known for?
Orolu is one of the smaller LGAs by land area.
What is the headquarters of Orolu LGA?
The headquarters of Orolu LGA is Ifon-Osun, Osun State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Orolu in Osun State?
Orolu is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Osun State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ifon-Osun. The LGA covers an area of approximately 79 km².
What are the communities in Orolu LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Orolu LGA include: Ifon-Osun, Iba, Oke-Eba, Oke-Imesi.
When was Orolu LGA created?
Orolu 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 Orolu LGA in Osun State?
Orolu LGA covers an area of approximately 79 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Osun State.
What is the population of Orolu LGA?
The estimated population of Orolu LGA is approximately 154000. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.