Ikere-Ekiti

Ikere-Ekiti
Ikere-Ekiti Location in Nigeria
Coordinates: 7°30′N5°14′E / 7.500°N 5.233°E / 7.500; 5.233
Country	Nigeria
State	Ekiti State
Government
• Local Government Chairman and the Head of the Local Government Council	Hon (Sqn Ldr) Olu Adamolekun
• Asiwaju of Ikere-Land	Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN.

Ikere-Ekiti, also known as Ikere or Ikerre, is a city in Ekiti State of Nigeria. It is an agricultural and mine centre. According to the 1963 and 1991 census, the population was 114,780 and 60,257 respectively, ^[1] but the 2006 census recorded it to be 147,355. ^{[2] [3]}

History

Ikere Ekiti is renowned for its agrarian economy producing cocoa, yams, palm oil, and cassava and its rich cultural tapestry, including vibrant festivals and a monarchical tradition that has endured for over 900 years. With a population of around 147,255 as of the 2006 census, Ikere's story is one of migration, prophecy, rivalry, and resilience, deeply intertwined with influences from the Benin Kingdom and Ile-Ife. ^[4]

Geography

Ikere LGA has a total size of 202 square kilometers and is distinguished by several hills, including the Orole and Olosunta hills. The area's average annual temperature is 27 degrees Celsius, and its total annual precipitation is estimated to be 1850 mm. ^[5] Ikere Ekiti, an ancient Yoruba town in present-day Ekiti State, southwestern Nigeria, serves as a historic gateway to the state from the south. Bordered by Ado Ekiti to the north, Akure (in Ondo State) to the south, Ise Ekiti to the east, and Igbara Odo/Ilawe to the west,

Economy

Ikere LGA is an agricultural area notable for the cultivation of a variety of crops including maize, okro, oil palm, yam, and cassava. The LGA also has a number of markets that offer venues for the trade of a variety of goods and services. Tailoring, blacksmithing, and the care and raising of domestic animals are additional significant economic activity in the Ikere LGA. ^[6]

Climate

In Ikere-Ekiti, the dry season is hot, muggy, and partly cloudy whereas the wet season is warm, oppressive, and overcast. The temperature rarely drops below 58°F or rises over 95°F throughout the year, usually fluctuating between 64°F and 90°F. ^{[7] [8]}

From January 22 to March 30, the hot season, with an average daily high temperature exceeding 88°F, lasts for 2.2 months. Ikere-Ekiti experiences its hottest month of the year in March, with an average high of 88°F and low of 72°F. ^{[9] [10]}

From June 15 to October 12, the chilly season, which has an average daily high temperature below 82°F, lasts for 3.9 months. In Ikere-Ekiti, August is the coldest month of the year, with average lows of 69°F and highs of 81°F. ^{[11] [12]}

References

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2. United Nations estimate
3. "The World Gazetteer". Archived from the original on 2013-02-10. Retrieved 2007-04-05.
4. "History of Ekiti state".
5. "Ikere-Ekiti | Traditional Culture, Festivals & Cuisine | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
6. "Ikere Local Government Area". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
7. "Ikere-Ekiti Climate, Weather By Month, Average Temperature (Nigeria) - Weather Spark". weatherspark.com. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
8. "Ikere-Ekiti weather and climate ☀️ Best time to visit 🌡️ Temperature". www.besttravelmonths.com. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
9. "Ikere-Ekiti Summer Weather, Average Temperature (Nigeria) - Weather Spark". weatherspark.com. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
10. "Weather in Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria | Tomorrow.io". Tomorrow.io Weather. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
11. "Simulated historical climate & weather data for Ikere-Ekiti". meteoblue. Retrieved 2023-08-20.
12. "Ikere Annual Weather Averages". WorldWeatherOnline.com. Retrieved 2023-08-20.

7°30′N5°14′E / 7.500°N 5.233°E / 7.500; 5.233