Local Government in Lagos: The Ultimate 2026 Directory
Lagos State, the economic nerve center of Nigeria, operates a unique dual-layer local governance system. While the Nigerian Constitution recognizes 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Lagos, the state effectively administers 57 local councils through the addition of 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs).
As of January 2026, these local governments are undergoing significant administrative shifts to align with new federal financial autonomy laws. This guide provides the most up-to-date list of all councils, their headquarters, and their roles in the state’s development.
The 20 Constitutional Local Governments in Lagos
These 20 LGAs are the federally recognized bodies that receive direct allocations from the federation account. They are divided into five administrative divisions: Ikeja, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, and Epe (IBILE).
Lagos State LGA List & Headquarters
List of the 20 Local Government Areas in Lagos State
Below is the official directory of the 20 constitutionally recognized LGAs in Lagos, including their administrative headquarters and IBILE divisions.
| S/N | Local Government Area | Headquarters | Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agege | Eniola Street | Ikeja |
| 2 | Ajeromi-Ifelodun | Amukoko | Badagry |
| 3 | Alimosho | Ikotun | Ikeja |
| 4 | Amuwo-Odofin | Festac Town | Badagry |
| 5 | Apapa | Burma Road | Lagos Island |
| 6 | Badagry | Ajara | Badagry |
| 7 | Epe | Ita Marun | Epe |
| 8 | Eti-Osa | Igbo Efon | Lagos Island |
| 9 | Ibeju-Lekki | Akodo | Epe |
| 10 | Ifako-Ijaiye | Iju | Ikeja |
| 11 | Ikeja | Obafemi Awolowo Way | Ikeja |
| 12 | Ikorodu | T.O.S. Benson Road | Ikorodu |
| 13 | Kosofe | Ogudu | Ikeja |
| 14 | Lagos Island | City Hall | Lagos Island |
| 15 | Lagos Mainland | Adekunle | Lagos Island |
| 16 | Mushin | Palm Avenue | Ikeja |
| 17 | Ojo | Olojo Drive | Badagry |
| 18 | Oshodi-Isolo | Oyetoyo Street | Ikeja |
| 19 | Somolu | Durosimi Street | Ikeja |
| 20 | Surulere | Masha | Lagos Island |
Information verified as of January 2026. Source: Lagos State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs.
The 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs)
The 37 LCDAs were created to bring governance closer to the grassroots. While they operate under the "parent" LGAs listed above, they have their own elected Chairmen and administrative structures.
2026 Update: The Lagos State House of Assembly is currently reviewing a bill to designate these LCDAs as "Area Administrative Councils" to ensure they comply with the Supreme Court ruling on local government financial autonomy.
Commonly Searched LCDAs and Parent LGAs
Alimosho Parent: Agbado/Oke-Odo, Ayobo-Ipaja, Egbe-Idimu, Igando-Ikotun, Mosan-Okunola.
Ikeja Parent: Ojodu, Onigbongbo.
Kosofe Parent: Ikosi-Isheri, Agboyi-Ketu.
Eti-Osa Parent: Iru-Victoria Island, Ikoyi-Obalende, Eti-Osa East.
Functions of Local Governments in Lagos
In 2026, local governments are no longer just "salary-paying" centers. They are the primary drivers of:
Market Management: Regulation of local trade and motor parks.
Infrastructure: Maintenance of "inner-city" roads and street lighting.
Sanitation: Local refuse disposal in partnership with LAWMA.
Vital Statistics: Registration of births, deaths, and marriages.
Primary Healthcare: Management of PHCs in rural and urban clusters.
Quick Fact: Financial Autonomy
In 2026, all 20 LGAs in Lagos now receive their funds directly from the Federal Account, significantly increasing their capacity to fund local housing and road projects.
