Ilorin South

Ilorin south local government area is situated in Kwara state, Northcentral Nigeria and has its headquarters in the suburb of Fufu. Popular districts and towns in Ilorin south LGA include Gambari, fufu, Adeta, Gaa Akanbi, Sango, Fate, Tanke, and Garage. The estimated population of Ilorin south LGA is 162,323 inhabitants with the area hosting members of different ethnic divisions such as the Yoruba, Nupe and the Fulani. The Yoruba language is extensively spoken in the area while the religions of Islam and Christianity are commonly practiced in the area. Important landmarks in Ilorin south LGA include the University of Ilorin.

GEOGRAPHY OF ILORIN SOUTH

Ilorin south LGA occupies a total area of 174 square kilometres and has an average temperature of 29 degrees centigrade. The average humidity level of the area is 52 percent while the average wind speed in the LGA is 10 km/h.

ECONOMY OF ILORIN SOUTH

Ilorin south LGA hosts a number of publicly and privately owned institutions, industries, hotels and banks. Trade also flourishes in the area with the LGA hosting a number of markets such as the Tanke mini market where a variety of commodities are bought and sold. The people of Ilorin south LGA also engage in occupations such as tailoring, welding, and carpentry.