Afijio Local Government Area
Afijio is an agricultural LGA in the northern-central part of Oyo State.
Communities & Notable Areas in Afijio LGA
Afijio LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Afijio LGA
Geography of Afijio LGA
Economy of Afijio LGA
Agriculture, food production, trading and small-scale commerce are major activities. Cassava, yam, maize and other food crops are important.
About Afijio LGA — Key Facts & Context
Afijio Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Oyo 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
Afijio LGA covers an area of approximately 800 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Jobele.
History of Afijio LGA Creation
Afijio LGA was formally established in 1989 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.
Afijio LGA and Oyo State
As part of Oyo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Afijio LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Oyo State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Afijio LGA
What is Afijio LGA known for?
Afijio is an agricultural LGA in the northern-central part of Oyo State.
What is the headquarters of Afijio LGA?
The headquarters of Afijio LGA is Jobele, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Afijio in Oyo State?
Afijio is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Oyo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Jobele. The LGA covers an area of approximately 800 km².
What are the communities in Afijio LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Afijio LGA include: Jobele, Fiditi, Ilora, Akinmorin, Awe.
When was Afijio LGA created?
Afijio LGA was created in 1989, making it approximately 37 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Afijio LGA in Oyo State?
Afijio LGA covers an area of approximately 800 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Oyo State.
What is the population of Afijio LGA?
The estimated population of Afijio LGA is approximately 206564. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.