Edo state is one of the 36 states we have in Nigeria comprising 18 different local governments each with its own headquarter. Presently, the capital of Edo state is located in the city of Benin. In today’s article, we are going to discuss Edo state Local Governments (LG) and their headquarters one by one.
While Benin City is the capital of Edo state, it was also the capital and seat of government of the imperial ancient Benin kingdom which spread from Benin City to Lagos and to the present Republic of Benin. It is noted for its bronze works and crafts.
Local government areas in Edo state
Benin City which is the headquarter of Edo state, contains the palace of the Oba of Benin, the great moat, the National Museum, Ramat park, Ogba zoo, Sakponba,/Asoro monument, Emotan statue, Igun Bronze Casters.
In Benin City, there are many commercial banks, the Central Bank of Nigeria, many hotels, and secondary schools, importantly, here is where UNIBEN located.
It is also the headquarters of Oredo Local Government Area, the spiritual home and origin of all Edo-speaking people.
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Now, the name of all 18 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Edo state and their headquarter are discussed in the table below:
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18 LGAs in Edo state and their capital
| S/N | Local Government | Capital’s Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orhionmwon | Abudu |
| 2 | Owan | Afuze |
| 3 | Etsako East | Agenebode |
| 4 | Etsako West | Auchi |
| 5 | Uhunmwode | Ehor |
| 6 | Esan West | Ekpoma |
| 7 | Etsako central | Fugal |
| 8 | Esan Central | Irrua |
| 9 | Ikpoba-Okha | Idogbo |
| 10 | Ovia SouthWest | Iguobazuwa |
| 11 | Akoko Edo | Igarra |
| 12 | Igueben | Igueben |
| 13 | Ovia Northeast | Okada |
| 14 | Owan West | Sabongida |
| 15 | Esan Southeast | Ubiaja |
| 16 | Esan Northeast | Uromi |
| 17 | Egor | Uselu |
| 18 | Edo | Benin City |
The explanation of all eighteen local governments in Edo state shown in the table above is as follows one by one with their headquarters.
#1. Abudu
Abudu, the headquarters of Orhionmwon Local Government Area is about 51 kilometers from Benin City. River Orhionmwon runs through the town. The people are of the Benin’s Clan.
#2. Afuze
Afuze, the headquarters of Owan Local Government Area, is 130 kilometers from Benin City. It has become an important training ground for sportsmen and women and has been earmarked for development into an Olympic standard training ground.
The Institute of Physical Education is situated there. The people are of Owans-Oras Clan {Children of Oba Ozolua}. They are renowned for the production of cocoa, tobacco, and cashew nuts.
#3. Agenebode
Agenebode is the headquarters of Etsako East Local Government of Edo State. Sand Beaches of Agenebode {Weppa Wanno} is located there. The people are of Afemais Clan also known as Ivbiosakon.
#4. Auchi
Auchi is the headquarters of Etsako West Local Government Area. It has a polytechnic and is scattered over hills and valleys.
The hilly nature of the terrain makes the weather of Auchi cool most of the year. Auchi is 133 kilometers from Benin City.
weaving is an important occupation of the people who are of the Afemais Clan also known as Ivbiosakon.
#5. Benin City
Benin City is the capital of Edo state. It was also the capital and seat of government of the imperial ancient Benin kingdom which spread from Benin City to Lagos and to the present Republic of Benin.
#6. Ehor
Ehor is the Local Government Headquarters of Uhunmwode of Edo state.The first Enogie of Ehor was the son of Oba Olua. The historical records showed that the early people of Ihevbe {Isevbe} migrated from Ehor. The people are of the Benin Clan.
#7. Ekpoma
Ekpoma is the headquarters of Esan West Local Government Area, which is about 45 minute’s drive from Benin City. The people are of Esan/Ishan Clan.
Ambrose Alli University is one of the best private universities in Nigeria and it is located in this town. Rice cultivation is a major occupation of the people.
#8. Fugal
Fugal is the headquarters of Etsako Central Local Government Area. The people are of Afemais Clan also known as Ivbiosakon.
#9. Irrua
Irrua is the headquarters of Esan Central Local Government Area. The people are of Esan/Ishan Clan.
#10. Idogbo
Idogbo is the headquarters of the Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area. Benson Idahosa University is located there. The people are of the Benin’s Clan.
#11. Iguobazuwa
Iguobazuwa is the headquarters of Ovia SouthWest Local Government Area The people are of Benin’s Clan. It is about 30 minutes drive from Benin City.
#12. Igarra
Igarra is the headquarters of Akoko Edo Local Government Area. The hilly nature of the place makes it picturesque. It is about 167 kilometeres from Benin City.
Being the best community/local government where they believe in entrepreneurship, their known nationally for its fine pottery. They are of Akoko-Edos Clan.
#13. Igueben
Igueben is the headquarters of Igueben Local Government of Edo state. Udo Tourist Centre and Amahor Waterside are located there . The people are of Esan/Ishan Clan.
#14. Okada
Okada is the Local Government Headquarters of Ovia Northeast. Okada is the success story of the Esama of Benin, Chief Gabriel Igbenedion who transformed it into the envy of its neighbors. Okada Wonderland and Igbinedion University are located there. The people are of Benin’s Clan.
#15. Sabongida
Sabongida is the headquarters of Owan West Local Government Area of Edo State. The people are of Owans/Oras clan {Children of Oba Ozolua}.
#16. Ubiaja
Ubiaja is the headquarters of Esan Southeast Local Government Area. It is 114 kilometers from Benin City. The people are of Esan/Ishan Clan. Rice cultivation and cloth-weaving are the major occupations of the people.
#17. Uromi
Uromi is the headquarters of Esan Northeast Local Government of Edo state. The people are of Esan/Ishan Clan.
#18. Uselu
Uselu is the headquarters of the Egor Local Government Area. Uselu is the official residence of Edaiken who is the eldest son of the reigning Oba and the heir apparent to the throne of Benin kingdom.
Egua-Iyoba {Iyoba Palace}, the reigning Oba’s mother’s official residence, and the University of Benin are located there. The people are of the Benin’s Clan.
Conclusion
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