Iwo, Local government area in Osun State, Nigeria
Iwo is a local government area in Osun State spanning approximately 245 square kilometers and comprising 81 towns, villages, and smaller settlements. Each community is governed by a Baale who answers to the Oluwo of Iwoland.
The settlement traces its origins to Ile-Ife in the 11th century and later became one of the principal towns within Osun State. It gained its current status after separating from the former Oyo State.
The Oluwo of Iwoland leads a network of district heads who maintain traditional practices across the region's many villages and settlements. This traditional governance structure shapes daily life and community organization throughout the territory.
The area is connected to major cities through railway tracks from Ibadan, facilitating trade and movement. Visitors should know this is an active trading region for agricultural products such as cocoa, kolanuts, grains, yams, meat, and timber.
This area houses the first Shariah court ever established in Nigeria, marking a notable judicial development in the region. Additionally, the Oba River and Osun River meet here, a geographic meeting point held in high regard by the local community.
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