Ado-Odo/Ota

Ado-Odo/Ota is a local government area in Ogun State that spans a large area and includes several towns such as Ota, Agbara, and Igbesa. The region borders metropolitan Lagos and serves as an important administrative district with the secretariat in Oke-Oyinbo as its central hub.

The area was created in 1989 through an administrative reform that combined earlier districts into a new local government structure. This reorganization allowed for better administrative management of the various communities in the region.

The area is home to several traditional ruling houses led by local chiefs who play important roles in community life. These institutions continue to shape social practices and governance across the different towns today.

The administrative office in Oke-Oyinbo is accessible on weekdays and assists residents with official matters. Visitors should note that the region is divided into several towns with different access routes, requiring good planning when exploring.

The area is home to a remarkable historical building constructed in 1842 that stands among the oldest two-story structures in the West African region. This building, originally built for religious purposes, displays architectural techniques from the early 1800s.