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Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by OGO32(m): 8:02am On Aug 17, 2018
Nigeria is a country that has three tiers of government namely: the Federal Government, State Government and Local Government. For the purpose of this article, we are going to list the richest local government areas in Nigeria in terms of natural resources. Before we dive into the list, lets answer few questions for clarification.
What is a Local Government ? A local government is a form of public administration which in a majority of contexts, exists as the lowest tier of administration within a given state. While a local government area is an administrative division of a country that a local government is responsible for and is administered by a Local Government Council consisting of a chairman who is the Chief Executive of the LGA, and other elected members who are referred to as Councillors.
How many local government do we have in Nigeria? There are 774 local government areas in Nigeria according to the 1999 constitution.
What are the functions of local government in Nigeria ? Although, the list of the functions of the local government areas are enshrined in the 1999 constitution, it is not restricted to the following:
collection of taxes/fees,
provision of transportation,
establishment and regulation of parks, markets, and all the public conveniences,
birth, marriage, deaths official registration,
recommendations for State economy,
control of advertising,
licensing of various vehicles,
construction of roads and other facilities,
assessment of private houses, etc.
5 Richest Local Government Areas (LGA) list in Nigeria.................click the link below to continue reading

http://www.giftnaija.com.ng/2018/04/richest-local-government-areas-in_12.html
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by hardywaltz(m): 8:06am On Aug 17, 2018
Nobody will click on that ur link.
When u are tired u will post it here
Hisses

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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by unohbethel(m): 8:11am On Aug 17, 2018
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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by OGO32(m): 8:11am On Aug 17, 2018
if i complete the post here without linking back to our blog na wetin i gain
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by OGO32(m): 8:19am On Aug 17, 2018
check back, the broken link has been fixed
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by ikaboy: 8:36am On Aug 17, 2018
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be warned!

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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by OGO32(m): 8:42am On Aug 17, 2018
ikaboy you dont have sense, idiot, hungry man

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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by saintjimos(m): 9:29am On Aug 17, 2018
Nigeria is a country that has three tiers of government namely: the Federal Government, State Government and Local Government. For the purpose of this article, we are going to list the richest local government areas in Nigeria in terms of natural resources. Before we dive into the list, lets answer few questions for clarification.
What is a Local Government ? A local government is a form of public administration which in a majority of contexts, exists as the lowest tier of administration within a given state. While a local government area is an administrative division of a country that a local government is responsible for and is administered by a Local Government Council consisting of a chairman who is the Chief Executive of the LGA, and other elected members who are referred to as Councillors.
How many local government do we have in Nigeria? There are 774 local government areas in Nigeria according to the 1999 constitution.
What are the functions of local government in Nigeria ? Although, the list of the functions of the local government areas are enshrined in the 1999 constitution, it is not restricted to the following:
collection of taxes/fees,
provision of transportation,
establishment and regulation of parks, markets, and all the public conveniences,
birth, marriage, deaths official registration,
recommendations for State economy,
control of advertising,
licensing of various vehicles,
construction of roads and other facilities,
assessment of private houses, etc.
5 Richest Local Government Areas (LGA) list in Nigeria
1. Obio Akpor LGA
Obio Akpor is the most wealthiest Local Government Area in terms of natural resources. Located in River State which is also one of the richest states in Nigeria. Obio Akpor is one of the major cities of the Niger Delta region and the leading economic centers of the whole country, with mineral resources such as oil and gas located in the area. The local government is also divided into 7 different wards. Apart from the oil found in Obio Akpor, the residents are also involved in agriculture.
2. Ikeja LGA
It is the located in Lagos and is also Lagos state capital. In this list, Ikeja is the second richest local Government Area in Nigeria. It has one of Nigeria’s international airport, with resources such as wood, water, coal, natural gas are found in the state. The largest mall in Lagos state is located at Ikeja.
3. Kurmi LGA
It is located in Taraba state. Kurmi is the third richest local government in Nigeria among the top 10. One thing about this local government is that it is known for its fertile land which allows agricultural practice thrive in the state. Kurmi local government area is the main agricultural base of the country as they produce majority of food for consumption in the whole country and for themselves.
4. Esan Central LGA
It is situated in Edo state with many towns and cities. Esan Central LGA is the fourth richest local government areas in Nigeria todayJust like Kurmi LGA, its major sector is agriculture. There are also hospitals, factories, hotels e.t.c in the area.
5. Etinan LGA
Etnan local government area is located in Akwa Ibom State, and are the 5th richest local government area in Nigeria. One of the most beautiful cities in Nigeria. Research suggests that it is the richest in oil production in Nigeria and also the most peaceful area in Nigeria.
Although these local government are seen the richest in Nigeria when it comes to natural resources, they have been affected in one way or the other due to the current downturn rocking Nigeria.
The largest local government in Nigeria in terms of population is Alimosho Local Government Area in Lagos State, Nigeria with 1,288,714 inhabitants according to official census carried out in 2006 while the largest state in Nigeria in terms of land mass is Niger state.
source: www.giftnaija.com
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by zlantanfan: 9:37am On Aug 17, 2018
My LGA represented on 4th
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by saint047(m): 9:43am On Aug 17, 2018
Esan central?
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by laurel03(m): 11:56am On Aug 17, 2018
hardywaltz:
Nobody will click on that ur link.
When u are tired u will post it here
Hisses
abi I don click it in.. Who the LGA help
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by ednut1(m): 12:46pm On Aug 17, 2018
Trash. Oil revenue belongs to the FG, staff paye belongs to State. All those oil lga no rich abeg

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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by Trendy247: 12:50pm On Aug 17, 2018
saintjimos:
Nigeria is a country that has three tiers of government namely: the Federal Government, State Government and Local Government. For the purpose of this article, we are going to list the richest local government areas in Nigeria in terms of natural resources. Before we dive into the list, lets answer few questions for clarification.
What is a Local Government ? A local government is a form of public administration which in a majority of contexts, exists as the lowest tier of administration within a given state. While a local government area is an administrative division of a country that a local government is responsible for and is administered by a Local Government Council consisting of a chairman who is the Chief Executive of the LGA, and other elected members who are referred to as Councillors.
How many local government do we have in Nigeria? There are 774 local government areas in Nigeria according to the 1999 constitution.
What are the functions of local government in Nigeria ? Although, the list of the functions of the local government areas are enshrined in the 1999 constitution, it is not restricted to the following:
collection of taxes/fees,
provision of transportation,
establishment and regulation of parks, markets, and all the public conveniences,
birth, marriage, deaths official registration,
recommendations for State economy,
control of advertising,
licensing of various vehicles,
construction of roads and other facilities,
assessment of private houses, etc.
5 Richest Local Government Areas (LGA) list in Nigeria
1. Obio Akpor LGA
Obio Akpor is the most wealthiest Local Government Area in terms of natural resources. Located in River State which is also one of the richest states in Nigeria. Obio Akpor is one of the major cities of the Niger Delta region and the leading economic centers of the whole country, with mineral resources such as oil and gas located in the area. The local government is also divided into 7 different wards. Apart from the oil found in Obio Akpor, the residents are also involved in agriculture.
2. Ikeja LGA
It is the located in Lagos and is also Lagos state capital. In this list, Ikeja is the second richest local Government Area in Nigeria. It has one of Nigeria’s international airport, with resources such as wood, water, coal, natural gas are found in the state. The largest mall in Lagos state is located at Ikeja.
3. Kurmi LGA
It is located in Taraba state. Kurmi is the third richest local government in Nigeria among the top 10. One thing about this local government is that it is known for its fertile land which allows agricultural practice thrive in the state. Kurmi local government area is the main agricultural base of the country as they produce majority of food for consumption in the whole country and for themselves.
4. Esan Central LGA
It is situated in Edo state with many towns and cities. Esan Central LGA is the fourth richest local government areas in Nigeria todayJust like Kurmi LGA, its major sector is agriculture. There are also hospitals, factories, hotels e.t.c in the area.
5. Etinan LGA
Etnan local government area is located in Akwa Ibom State, and are the 5th richest local government area in Nigeria. One of the most beautiful cities in Nigeria. Research suggests that it is the richest in oil production in Nigeria and also the most peaceful area in Nigeria.
Although these local government are seen the richest in Nigeria when it comes to natural resources, they have been affected in one way or the other due to the current downturn rocking Nigeria.
The largest local government in Nigeria in terms of population is Alimosho Local Government Area in Lagos State, Nigeria with 1,288,714 inhabitants according to official census carried out in 2006 while the largest state in Nigeria in terms of land mass is Niger state.
source: www.giftnaija.com
The mumu op just dey do copy n paste without research.. Etinan LGA is one of the poorest LGA in Akwa Ibom, no good road, no bank, no park, no super market... Very few decent buildings

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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by StillX10(m): 1:27pm On Aug 17, 2018
Must we click the link?
If you don't want to place them here forget about it

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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by farem: 2:53pm On Aug 17, 2018
Op, your mumu can never do! The richest local government area in Nigeria is measured by their internally generated revenue and not by any resources that has. no bearing with cash to the area

The richest LG in Nigeria is








ETI. OSA in Lagos. it's richer than some states in Nigeria combined!

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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by Nobody: 2:54pm On Aug 17, 2018
Trendy247:

The mumu op just dey do copy n paste without research.. Etinan LGA is one of the poorest LGA in Akwa Ibom, no good road, no bank, no park, no super market... Very few decent buildings
Etinan should not be on d list but they have a bank,good roads,etc but they r not d riches in oil in akwa ibom
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by Trendy247: 3:52pm On Aug 17, 2018
otuekong1:
Etinan should not be on d list but they have a bank,good roads,etc but they r not d riches in oil in akwa ibom
Please mention the bank, and where are the good roads apart from the major highway currently under construction.
U can post pics as well
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by VeeBabs(m): 4:13pm On Aug 17, 2018
farem:
Op, your mumu can never do! The richest local government area in Nigeria is measured by their internally generated revenue and not by any resources that has. no bearing with cash to the area

The richest LG in Nigeria is








ETI. OSA in Lagos. it's richer than some states in Nigeria combined!

True. I believe so too, though I've heard that Ikeja LGA is actually richer than Eti-Osa. If you consider the industrial and commercial base (read: tax revenues) of Ikeja, it just might be possible. But Ikoyi, VI and Lekki residential and commercial tax income no be small thing.

So, these two are surely the dopest LGAs in Nigeria.

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Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by Nobody: 4:33pm On Aug 17, 2018
Trendy247:

Please mention the bank, and where are the good roads apart from the major highway currently under construction.
U can post pics as well
etinan~eket road,efa road,they have first bank there, am not from etinan oo
Re: Richest Local Government Areas In Nigeria: Top 5 by Nobody: 4:35pm On Aug 17, 2018
I Think The List Should Be 1)ikeja ,2)sabon~gari 3) Amac 4)karu 5)sango~ota

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