Oriire Local Government Area
Large rural LGA east of Ogbomoso.
Communities & Notable Areas in Oriire LGA
Oriire LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Oriire LGA
Geography of Oriire LGA
Economy of Oriire LGA
Agriculture, livestock, food crops, trading and small-scale processing.
About Oriire LGA — Key Facts & Context
Oriire 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
Oriire LGA covers an area of approximately 2,040 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ikoyi-Ile.
History of Oriire LGA Creation
Oriire 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.
Oriire LGA and Oyo State
As part of Oyo State in the South West geopolitical zone, Oriire 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 — Oriire LGA
What is Oriire LGA known for?
Large rural LGA east of Ogbomoso.
What is the headquarters of Oriire LGA?
The headquarters of Oriire LGA is Ikoyi-Ile, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Oriire in Oyo State?
Oriire is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Oyo State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ikoyi-Ile. The LGA covers an area of approximately 2,040 km².
What are the communities in Oriire LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Oriire LGA include: Ikoyi-Ile, Ogbomoso corridor, Iluju.
When was Oriire LGA created?
Oriire 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 Oriire LGA in Oyo State?
Oriire LGA covers an area of approximately 2,040 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Oyo State.
What is the population of Oriire LGA?
The estimated population of Oriire LGA is approximately 233465. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.