Local Government Area · Edo State

Orhionmwon

About

Orhionmwon is a Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria, with its headquarters in the town of Abudu. It covers an area of 2,382 square kilometres and had a population of 206,717 at the 2006 census. It is considered one of the biggest local government areas in the Edo South Senatorial District.

History

The local government came about in the aftermath of the creation of the defunct Bendel State. The area is dominated by Benin-speaking communities such as Ugo and Okogbo and includes a range of towns and villages. Its economy relies on agriculture, rubber plantations, crude oil and mineral resources, along with trade and marketplaces.

Source: Wikipedia: Orhionmwon

Key Facts

State

Edo State

Headquarters

Abudu

Area

2,382 km²

Population

206,717 (2006 census)