Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency

Overview

The Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency is one of the key constituencies in Ogun State, located in the Remo division of the state’s Senatorial District. It comprises three local government areas — Ikenne, Sagamu, and Remo North — each with unique historical, economic, and cultural significance.

The constituency is home to some of Ogun State’s most prominent political figures, educational institutions, and industrial establishments, making it one of the most vibrant and strategically positioned areas in the state.

IKENNE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

Created in September 1991 from the defunct Remo Local Government Area, Ikenne LGA is a semi-urban area made up of five major towns: Iperu, Ilisan, Ogere, Irolu, and Ikenne (the headquarters and hometown of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo).

Geographical Boundaries:
  • West – Obafemi-Owode LGA
  • South – Sagamu LGA
  • East – Odogbolu LGA
  • North – Remo North LGA
  • Land Area: Approximately 137.13 sq km
  • Population: Approx. 72,980 (1991 census projection)
Electoral Wards (10):

Ikenne Ward 1, Ikenne Ward 2, Iperu Ward 3, Iperu Ward 4, Iperu Ward 5, Ogere Ward 6, Ogere Ward 7, Ilisan Ward 8, Ilisan Ward 9, Irolu Ward 10

Education:

34 public primary and secondary schools; notable tertiary institutions include Babcock University, Ilisan, and the Ogun State Institute of Social Development, Shasha.

Ikenne LGA is a hub of academic excellence, religious harmony, and political influence, with a long tradition of producing leaders in politics, education, and enterprise.

SAGAMU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

Established on 23 September 1991, Sagamu LGA was carved out from the old Ijebu-Remo LGA. It serves as a major commercial and industrial centre in Ogun State, linking the state to Lagos, the nation’s economic hub.

Geographical Boundaries:
  • East – Odogbolu LGA
  • North – Ikenne LGA
  • West – Obafemi-Owode LGA
  • South – Lagos State
  • Headquarters: Sagamu
  • Distance from Abeokuta: ~47 km
  • Population (2006): 253,421
  • Ethnic Composition: Predominantly Yoruba, with Hausa and Igbo communities
Wards (15):

Ward 1 – Oko/Epe/Itunla I; Ward 2 – Oko/Epe/Itunla II; Ward 3 – Aiyegbami/Ijoku; Ward 4 – Sabo I; Ward 5 – Sabo II; Ward 6 – Itunsoku/Oyebajo; Ward 7 – Ijagba; Ward 8 – Latawa; Ward 9 – Ode-Lemo; Ward 10 – Ogijo/Ikosi; Ward 11 – Surulere; Ward 12 – Isote; Ward 13 – Simawa; Ward 14 – Agbowa; Ward 15 – Ibido/Itun Alara.

Education:

53 public primary schools, 24 secondary schools, and over 100 private schools.

Home to the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH), Sagamu, and several manufacturing and industrial facilities. Sagamu LGA is a cosmopolitan and economically active area, known for its industrial estates, commercial markets, and dynamic political culture.

REMO NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

Remo North LGA was created on October 1, 1996, carved out from Ikenne LGA. It occupies a total land area of about 195 sq km.

Geographical Boundaries:
  • East – Ijebu North LGA
  • South – Ikenne LGA
  • West – Obafemi/Owode LGA
  • North – Oyo State
  • Headquarters: Isara
  • Population (1991 proj.): Over 112,000
Electoral Wards (10):

Isara I, Isara II, Isara III, Isara IV, Ilara, Akaka, Ipara, Orile-Oko, Ode-Remo I, Ode-Remo II.

Remo North is a largely agrarian but increasingly urbanising area, with a strong culture of community organisation and education.

PAST REPRESENTATIVES

(IKENNE / SAGAMU / REMO NORTH FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY)

Years Served National Assembly Representative Political Party
2019 – 2025 9th & 10th Assemblies Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga
(Deputy Chief Whip, deceased Jan 2025)
All Progressives Congress (APC)
2015 – 2019 8th Assembly Hon. Oladipupo Olatunde Adebutu Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
2011 – 2015 7th Assembly Hon. Buraimo Taofeek Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN)
2007 – 2011 6th Assembly Hon. Mustapha Olalekan Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
2003 – 2007 5th Assembly Hon. Dave Salako Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
1999 – 2003 4th Assembly Hon. Babatunde Olakan Alliance for Democracy (AD)