Ido Local Government Area
Large LGA west of Ibadan with extensive rural and peri-urban areas.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ido LGA
Ido LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ido LGA
Geography of Ido LGA
Economy of Ido LGA
Agriculture, real estate, transportation, construction and peri-urban commerce.
About Ido LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ido 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
Ido LGA covers an area of approximately 1,011 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ido.
History of Ido LGA Creation
Ido 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.
Ido LGA and Oyo State
As part of Oyo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ido 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 — Ido LGA
What is Ido LGA known for?
Large LGA west of Ibadan with extensive rural and peri-urban areas.
What is the headquarters of Ido LGA?
The headquarters of Ido LGA is Ido, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ido in Oyo State?
Ido is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Oyo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ido. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,011 km².
What are the communities in Ido LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ido LGA include: Ido, Apata, Omi-Adio, Akufo, Ologuneru.
When was Ido LGA created?
Ido 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 Ido LGA in Oyo State?
Ido LGA covers an area of approximately 1,011 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Oyo State.
What is the population of Ido LGA?
The estimated population of Ido LGA is approximately 162714. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.