Ibadan North West Local Government Area
A major western metropolitan LGA containing several historic and commercial districts.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ibadan North West LGA
Ibadan North West LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ibadan North West LGA
Geography of Ibadan North West LGA
Economy of Ibadan North West LGA
Commerce, banking, manufacturing, education, hospitality, transport and professional services.
About Ibadan North West LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ibadan North West 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
Ibadan North West LGA covers an area of approximately 238 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Onireke.
History of Ibadan North West LGA Creation
Ibadan North West 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.
Ibadan North West LGA and Oyo State
As part of Oyo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ibadan North West 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 — Ibadan North West LGA
What is Ibadan North West LGA known for?
A major western metropolitan LGA containing several historic and commercial districts.
What is the headquarters of Ibadan North West LGA?
The headquarters of Ibadan North West LGA is Onireke, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ibadan North West in Oyo State?
Ibadan North West is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Oyo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Onireke. The LGA covers an area of approximately 238 km².
What are the communities in Ibadan North West LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ibadan North West LGA include: Onireke, Dugbe, Mokola, Eleyele, Apata.
When was Ibadan North West LGA created?
Ibadan North West 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 Ibadan North West LGA in Oyo State?
Ibadan North West LGA covers an area of approximately 238 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Oyo State.
What is the population of Ibadan North West LGA?
The estimated population of Ibadan North West LGA is approximately 240682. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.