Local Government in Oyo State: The 2026 Administrative Guide
Oyo State, the "Pacesetter State," is currently leading the South-West in agribusiness and urban connectivity. In 2026, the 33 Local Government Areas (LGAs) are the engines of the state’s Omituntun 2.0 agenda. The government is focusing on "Economic Corridors"—linking the rural agricultural heartlands of Oke-Ogun with the industrial and commercial hubs of Ibadan and Ogbomoso.
Administrative Structure & 2026 Priorities
Oyo is divided into three Senatorial Districts: Oyo Central, Oyo North, and Oyo South. The 2026 budget prioritizes Infrastructure (₦210bn) and Education (₦155bn).
Key 2026 Highlights at the LGA Level:
Smart City Development: Akinyele and Egbeda LGAs are hosting the Ibadan Circular Road project and the Ilu-Tuntun Smart City, designed to decongest the Ibadan core.
Agribusiness Hubs: Iseyin, Saki West, and Oyo West are the focal points of the RAAMP road rehabilitations, including the 21.9km Oloko-Ikere road to boost cocoa and cassava logistics.
Industrial Expansion: Oluyole and Lagelu LGAs continue to expand as industrial zones, benefiting from the new Gas-to-Power projects currently being commissioned in 2026.
Full List of the 33 Local Government Areas
| S/N | Local Government Area | Headquarters | Senatorial District |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Afijio | Jobele | Oyo Central |
| 2 | Akinyele | Moniya | Oyo Central |
| 3 | Atiba | Ofa-Meta | Oyo Central |
| 4 | Atisbo | Tede | Oyo North |
| 5 | Egbeda | Egbeda | Oyo Central |
| 6 | Ibadan North | Agodi-Gate | Oyo South |
| 7 | Ibadan North-East | Iwo Road | Oyo South |
| 8 | Ibadan North-West | Onireke | Oyo South |
| 9 | Ibadan South-East | Mapo | Oyo South |
| 10 | Ibadan South-West | Ring Road | Oyo South |
| 11 | Ibarapa Central | Igbo-Ora | Oyo South |
| 12 | Ibarapa East | Eruwa | Oyo South |
| 13 | Ibarapa North | Ayete | Oyo South |
| 14 | Ido | Ido | Oyo South |
| 15 | Irepo | Kisi | Oyo North |
| 16 | Iseyin | Iseyin | Oyo North |
| 17 | Itesiwaju | Otu | Oyo North |
| 18 | Iwajowa | Iwere-Ile | Oyo North |
| 19 | Kajola | Okeho | Oyo North |
| 20 | Lagelu | Iyana-Offa | Oyo Central |
| 21 | Ogbomoso North | Kinnira | Oyo North |
| 22 | Ogbomoso South | Arowomole | Oyo North |
| 23 | Ogo Oluwa | Ajaawa | Oyo Central |
| 24 | Olorunsogo | Igbeti | Oyo North |
| 25 | Oluyole | Idi-Ayunre | Oyo Central |
| 26 | Ona Ara | Akanran | Oyo Central |
| 27 | Oorelope | Igboho | Oyo North |
| 28 | Oriire | Ikoyi-Ile | Oyo North |
| 29 | Oyo East | Kosobo | Oyo Central |
| 30 | Oyo West | Ojongbodu | Oyo Central |
| 31 | Saki East | Ago-Amodu | Oyo North |
| 32 | Saki West | Saki | Oyo North |
| 33 | Surulere | Iresa-Adu | Oyo North |
*Official 2026 Administrative Directory. Source: Oyo State Ministry of Local Government & Chieftaincy Matters.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who is the Governor of Oyo State in 2026? Engr. Seyi Makinde is the Executive Governor. In early 2026, he signed the state's largest-ever budget and is focused on completing his "Legacy Projects" before the 2027 transition.
2. What is the "Ibadan Circular Road" project? Officially named the Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road, this 110km project is a strategic economic corridor being fast-tracked in 2026 to link all major exit and entry points of Ibadan, facilitating faster trade across LGAs like Akinyele, Egbeda, and Oluyole.
3. Which LGA is the industrial hub of Oyo State? While Ibadan remains the commercial center, Oluyole LGA is the primary industrial hub, housing the majority of the state's manufacturing plants and large-scale warehouses.
4. How is the 2026 budget supporting agriculture? The ₦892bn budget allocates specific funds to the RAAMP initiative, which is currently rehabilitating over 100km of rural roads in LGAs like Ido, Iseyin, and Oriire to ensure farmers can move produce to urban markets with zero waste.
