Atisbo Local Government Area
Atisbo is a predominantly rural and agricultural LGA in Oke-Ogun.
Communities & Notable Areas in Atisbo LGA
Atisbo LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Atisbo LGA
Geography of Atisbo LGA
Economy of Atisbo LGA
Agriculture, livestock, food crops, trading and border-region commerce.
About Atisbo LGA — Key Facts & Context
Atisbo 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
Atisbo LGA covers an area of approximately 315 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Tede.
History of Atisbo LGA Creation
Atisbo LGA was formally established in 1996 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.
Atisbo LGA and Oyo State
As part of Oyo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Atisbo 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 — Atisbo LGA
What is Atisbo LGA known for?
Atisbo is a predominantly rural and agricultural LGA in Oke-Ogun.
What is the headquarters of Atisbo LGA?
The headquarters of Atisbo LGA is Tede, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Atisbo in Oyo State?
Atisbo is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Oyo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Tede. The LGA covers an area of approximately 315 km².
What are the communities in Atisbo LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Atisbo LGA include: Tede, Ago-Are, Sepeteri, Irawo, Ofiki.
When was Atisbo LGA created?
Atisbo LGA was created in 1996, making it approximately 30 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Atisbo LGA in Oyo State?
Atisbo LGA covers an area of approximately 315 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Oyo State.
What is the population of Atisbo LGA?
The estimated population of Atisbo LGA is approximately 171900. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.