Ibarapa Central Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA centred on Igboora, popularly associated with the high incidence of twin births.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ibarapa Central LGA
Ibarapa Central LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ibarapa Central LGA
Geography of Ibarapa Central LGA
Economy of Ibarapa Central LGA
Agriculture, livestock, food processing, trading and local services.
About Ibarapa Central LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ibarapa Central 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
Ibarapa Central LGA covers an area of approximately 480 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Igboora.
History of Ibarapa Central LGA Creation
Ibarapa Central 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.
Ibarapa Central LGA and Oyo State
As part of Oyo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ibarapa Central 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 — Ibarapa Central LGA
What is Ibarapa Central LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA centred on Igboora, popularly associated with the high incidence of twin births.
What is the headquarters of Ibarapa Central LGA?
The headquarters of Ibarapa Central LGA is Igboora, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ibarapa Central in Oyo State?
Ibarapa Central is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Oyo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Igboora. The LGA covers an area of approximately 480 km².
What are the communities in Ibarapa Central LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ibarapa Central LGA include: Igboora, Idere, Maya, Igbole.
When was Ibarapa Central LGA created?
Ibarapa Central 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 Ibarapa Central LGA in Oyo State?
Ibarapa Central LGA covers an area of approximately 480 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Oyo State.
What is the population of Ibarapa Central LGA?
The estimated population of Ibarapa Central LGA is approximately 161402. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.