Ona-Ara Local Government Area
Large southeastern metropolitan LGA bordering the expanding Ibadan urban area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Ona-Ara LGA
Ona-Ara LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Ona-Ara LGA
Geography of Ona-Ara LGA
Economy of Ona-Ara LGA
Agriculture, real estate, transportation, commerce, construction and peri-urban development.
About Ona-Ara LGA — Key Facts & Context
Ona-Ara 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
Ona-Ara LGA covers an area of approximately 893 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Akanran.
History of Ona-Ara LGA Creation
Ona-Ara 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.
Ona-Ara LGA and Oyo State
As part of Oyo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Ona-Ara 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 — Ona-Ara LGA
What is Ona-Ara LGA known for?
Large southeastern metropolitan LGA bordering the expanding Ibadan urban area.
What is the headquarters of Ona-Ara LGA?
The headquarters of Ona-Ara LGA is Akanran, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Ona-Ara in Oyo State?
Ona-Ara is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Oyo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Akanran. The LGA covers an area of approximately 893 km².
What are the communities in Ona-Ara LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Ona-Ara LGA include: Akanran, Akanran River area, Amuloko, Kobape corridor.
When was Ona-Ara LGA created?
Ona-Ara 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 Ona-Ara LGA in Oyo State?
Ona-Ara LGA covers an area of approximately 893 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Oyo State.
What is the population of Ona-Ara LGA?
The estimated population of Ona-Ara LGA is approximately 414987. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.