Offa Local Government Area is domiciled in Kwara state, North Central Nigeria. It has a population of 90,000 inhabitants at the 2006 census. The major towns are Adeleke, Igbewere, Igbadu, and Offa. Yoruba is the predominant language spoken at the Offa LGA while the religions of Islam and Christianity are commonly practiced in the area.
Colorful festivals are held in Offa Local Government Area and these include the popular Ijakadi Wrestling Festival and Moremi Festival. Notable landmarks in Offa LGA include the Federal Polytechnic Offa and the Summit University.
« Map of Offa LGA »
« Wards in Offa LGA »
Offa Local Government Area comprises of 12 Wards;
- Balogun
- Essa – A
- Essa – B
- Essa – C
- Igboidun
- Ojomu Central I
- Ojomu Central II
- Ojomu South East
- Ojomu North/North West
- Shawo Central
- Shawo South East
- Shawo South West
« Economy of Offa LGA »
Offa Local Government is renowned for cultivating sweet potatoes and maize, which are staple foods for the town’s residents. In its eulogies, Offa is often referred to as the home of sweet potatoes. The area also boasts large deposits of granite. Additionally, cattle, goats, and sheep are commonly raised in the surrounding areas.