Egbeda Local Government Area
Egbeda is one of the major rapidly urbanising areas around Ibadan.
Communities & Notable Areas in Egbeda LGA
Egbeda LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Egbeda LGA
Geography of Egbeda LGA
Economy of Egbeda LGA
Commerce, residential development, agriculture, transportation, construction and services. Urban expansion from Ibadan is significant.
About Egbeda LGA — Key Facts & Context
Egbeda 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
Egbeda LGA covers an area of approximately 410 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Egbeda.
History of Egbeda LGA Creation
Egbeda 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.
Egbeda LGA and Oyo State
As part of Oyo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Egbeda 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 — Egbeda LGA
What is Egbeda LGA known for?
Egbeda is one of the major rapidly urbanising areas around Ibadan.
What is the headquarters of Egbeda LGA?
The headquarters of Egbeda LGA is Egbeda, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Egbeda in Oyo State?
Egbeda is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Oyo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Egbeda. The LGA covers an area of approximately 410 km².
What are the communities in Egbeda LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Egbeda LGA include: Egbeda, Akobo, Alakia, Monatan, Olodo.
When was Egbeda LGA created?
Egbeda 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 Egbeda LGA in Oyo State?
Egbeda LGA covers an area of approximately 410 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Oyo State.
What is the population of Egbeda LGA?
The estimated population of Egbeda LGA is approximately 443309. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.