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'''Atiba''' is a [[Local Government Areas of Nigeria|Local Government Area]] in [[Oyo State]], [[Nigeria]]. Its headquarters is<ref name=":0" /> in the town of Offa Meta.
It has an area of 1,757&nbsp;km{{sup|2}} and a population of 168,246 at the 2006 census.
The [[postal code]] of the area is 203.<ref>{{cite web|title=Post Offices- with map of LGA |publisher=NIPOST |url=http://www.nipost.gov.ng/PostCode.aspx |accessdate=2009-10-20 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20091007011423/http://www.nipost.gov.ng/PostCode.aspx |archivedate=7 October 2009 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
== History ==
Atiba is one of the Local Government Areas in Oyo State, Nigeria, established in 1976. Its headquarters is located in Ofa Meta. The legislative council formulates laws governing the local government, while the council area oversees its public administration. Atiba LGA is represented by 10 councilors, each corresponding to a political ward under the council's jurisdiction.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Soluap |date=2023-04-13 |title=Atiba Local Government Area, Oyo State, Nigeria |url=https://soluap.com/atiba-local-government-area-oyo-state-nigeria/ |access-date=2023-12-02 |website=Soluap |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":0" />
== Locality ==
Some of the areas under Atiba [[Local government|Local Government]]  Area :<ref name=":0" />
Agunpopo, Aremo, Ashipa, Bashorun, Aaatan, Abolupe, Afonja, Agbaa, Agbaakin, Agbaka, Agbalowo-Asa, Agberinde, Ajalaruru, Ajegunle, Ajikobi, Akaparo, Akinku, Alaafin Palace, Alubata, Alusekere, Are-Eromasanyin, Asanminu, Ashamu, Ayetoro, Baago, Balogun Maje, Bangudu, Basorun, Boroboro,  Ekesan, Eleke, Elerinle, Elewi, Gaa Bale Fulani, Gbangba Taylor, Gbanta, Ijawaya, Ikolaba, Ile-Ewe, Ilowagbade, Ilusinmi, Iyalamu, Jowo Ese, Keeto, Koloko, Koso, Lagbondoko Area, Latula, Obagbori, Ode Moje, Ofa-Meta, Ogbegbe, Oke Oloola Area, Oke-Afin Area, Olokun Esin, Olugbile, Ona-Aka, Onireko, Onre Bare, Oota, Oridota, Origbemidele, Orokoroko, Otefon, Saakin, Saamu, Sabo, Sangolokeke, Sarumi, St. Andrews Area.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Atiba Local Government Area |url=https://www.finelib.com/listing/Atiba-Local-Government-Area/21065/ |access-date=2022-02-26 |website=www.finelib.com}}</ref>
== List of current and past public officials ==
{| class="wikitable"
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!Name
!Office
!Tenure
|-
|Prince [[Akeem Adeniyi Adeyemi]]
|Local Government Chairman
|2007 - 2010
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|Prince [[Akeem Adeniyi Adeyemi]]
|Caretaker Chairman
|2011 - 2014
|-
|Okeniyi Gbolagade
|Caretaker Chairman
|2016 - 2018
|-
|Hon. Ibrahim Sulaiman Akinkunmi
|Caretaker Chairman<ref>{{Cite web |title=Principal Officers – Atiba LGA |url=https://atiba.oyostate.gov.ng/principal-officers/ |access-date=2022-02-26 |language=en-US}}</ref>
|2020- 2021
|-
|Kafilat Olakojo
|Chairperson
|2021 - May, 2024
|-
|Hon. Wahab Waliu Adetunji Wabkem
|Chairman<ref>{{Cite web|title=First Day In Office: Atiba LG Chairman Waliu Adetunji Wabkem, Inaugurates Councilors As Kayode Emerges Leader of the House |url=https://mouthpiecengr.com/2024/05/first-day-in-office-atiba-lg-chairman-waliu-adetunji-wabkem-inaugurates-councilors-as-kayode-emerges-leader-of-the-house/|access-date=2024-11-17 |language=en-US}}</ref>
|May, 2024 - to present
|}
== Notable events and happenings in Atiba Local Government ==
* '''The Akesan Market Fire Incident:''' The old Akesan market, also known as Oja Oba, located in the heart of town and only a few meters from the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, was destroyed by fire in the early hours of Sunday, 5 January 2020, devouring all stores and commodities valued more than ₦20 billion (USD 11,693,400). Over 900 traders were left in shock and severe pains when the market fire shattered the serenity of the ancient town. However, the incumbent Governor of Oyo State, Governor [[Seyi Makinde]] came to the rescue by releasing ₦781.7 million<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nigeria |first=News Agency Of |date=2020-08-12 |title=Makinde flags off N781.7m reconstruction of Akesan market in Oyo |url=https://www.pulse.ng/news/local/makinde-flags-off-n7817m-reconstruction-of-akesan-market-in-oyo/fbb5l11 |access-date=2022-02-26 |website=Pulse Nigeria |language=en}}</ref> to reconstruct the over 400 years old Akesan market.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-01-07 |title=How 400-yr-old Oyo market was razed in its first fire incident |url=https://tribuneonlineng.com/how-400-yr-old-oyo-market-was-razed-in-its-first-fire-incident/ |access-date=2022-02-26 |website=Tribune Online |language=en-GB}}</ref> The reconstructed Akesan market was unveiled in June 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-06-04 |title='691 shops, new clinic' -- Oyo unveils rebuilt market 17 months after fire incident |url=https://www.thecable.ng/691-shops-clinic-oyo-unveils-rebuilt-market-17-months-after-fire-incident |access-date=2022-02-26 |website=TheCable |language=en-US}}</ref>
* The establishment of Atiba University<ref>{{Cite web |title=Home - Atiba University, Oyo, Nigeria |url=https://www.atibauniversity.edu.ng/#:~:text=Atiba%20University%20was%20established%20in,economic%20growth%20and%20national%20development. |access-date=2022-02-26 |website=www.atibauniversity.edu.ng}}</ref>
* The on-going construction of Atiba Radio<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-08-13 |title=Approved: N100 Million for Atiba FM + More Updates from Oyo State This Week {{!}} Oyo State Feedback Service |url=https://feedbackoysg.com/n100-million-for-atiba-fm-more-news/ |access-date=2022-02-26 |language=en-US}}</ref>
== Climate/ Geography ==
Atiba experiences a [[Tropical and subtropical grasslands, savannas, and shrublands|tropical savanna]] climate characterized by consistent warmth throughout the year, featuring distinct wet and dry seasons. The average annual [[temperature]] is 64 degrees, and the region receives [[Approximation|approximately]] 596 [[Inch|inches]] of [[Rain|rainfall]] annually. The dry period spans 59 days a year, accompanied by an average [[humidity]] of 77% and a [[Ultraviolet index|UV index]] of 7.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Atiba weather and climate ☀️ Best time to visit 🌡️ Temperature |url=https://www.besttravelmonths.com/nigeria/atiba-2911994/ |access-date=2023-12-02 |website=www.besttravelmonths.com |language=en-US}}</ref>
Atiba Local Government Area spans 1,757 [[Square kilometre|square kilometers]], experiencing an estimated 61 percent humidity. It undergoes distinct rainy and dry seasons, with an average temperature set at [[Celsius|28 degrees Celsius]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=climate of atiba local government - Google Search |url=https://www.google.com/search?q=climate+of+atiba+local+government&oq=climate+of+Atiba+lo&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j33i160l2j33i22i29i30.10742j0j9&client=ms-android-transsion&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8#ip=1 |access-date=2023-12-02 |website=www.google.com}}</ref>
== Economy ==
The [[Agriculture|agricultural]] sector in Atiba Local Government Area is vibrant, [[Tillage|cultivating]] significant amounts of [[Crop|crops]] like [[rice]], cocoa, and [[wheat]]. Additionally, trade, notably in markets like [[Ajegunle]] and Koso, plays a crucial economic role, providing a diverse array of goods.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Atiba Local Government Area |url=https://www.manpower.com.ng/places/lga/671/atiba |access-date=2023-12-02 |website=www.manpower.com.ng}}</ref>
==References==
{{Reflist}}
{{LGAs and communities of Oyo State}}
[[Category:Local Government Areas in Oyo State]]
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