Esan West Postal Codes — Edo (Edo)

THE DESCRIPTION OF ESAN WEST

Geography 

Esan West Local Government Area is located in the western part of Edo State, Nigeria. It covers an area of approximately 542 square kilometers and is bounded to the north by Esan Central Local Government Area, to the east by Esan North-East Local Government Area, to the south by Owan West Local Government Area, and to the west by Etsako Central Local Government Area.

The area is predominantly hilly with a few valleys and plains. The major hills in the area include Ogbomo and Agbede hills, while the major rivers include the Ososo and Ogbodo rivers. The area is also characterized by a tropical rainforest vegetation cover, which supports the cultivation of crops such as cocoa, kola nut, rubber, oil palm, and other cash crops.

The area has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons - the rainy season, which lasts from April to October, and the dry season, which lasts from November to March. The area receives an average annual rainfall of about 1,500 millimeters and has an average temperature of about 27 degrees Celsius.

Esan West Local Government Area is known for its rich cultural heritage, with the area being home to many traditional festivals such as the Igue festival, which is celebrated annually by the Esan people.

History

Esan West Local Government Area is one of the eighteen Local Government Areas in Edo State, Nigeria. It was created in 1991, during the administration of General Ibrahim Babangida. Before its creation, it was part of the old Esan Local Government Area, which was later divided into three, namely: Esan Central, Esan North-East, and Esan West Local Government Areas.

Esan West Local Government Area is located in the western part of Edo State and has its headquarters in Ekpoma. The area is predominantly occupied by the Esan people, who are known for their rich cultural heritage and agricultural practices.

The area has a rich history that dates back to pre-colonial times when it was ruled by various independent kingdoms and clans. These kingdoms and clans were later subjugated by the Benin Empire, which was one of the dominant empires in the region at the time.

During the colonial era, the area came under the influence of the British colonial government, which established a number of administrative structures in the area. These structures included the establishment of local councils, schools, hospitals, and other social amenities.

After Nigeria gained independence in 1960, the area continued to grow and develop, with the establishment of more local councils, schools, and other social amenities. In 1991, the area was further divided into three

Economy

The economy of Esan West Local Government Area is largely agrarian. The area is blessed with fertile soil, which supports the cultivation of a wide range of crops, including yam, cassava, maize, plantain, cocoa, rubber, kola nut, and oil palm. The area is also known for its production of vegetables and fruits, such as pineapples, oranges, and mangoes.

The production of palm oil is a major economic activity in the area, with many small-scale oil mills scattered across the area. The area is also known for its production of cocoa and kola nut, which are cash crops that are highly valued in the local and international markets.

In addition to agriculture, there are also some small-scale industries in the area, such as soap-making, pottery, and weaving. The area also has some commercial activities, with markets such as the Ekpoma Market attracting traders and buyers from other parts of the state and neighboring states.

Education is also a growing sector in the area, with the establishment of more schools and other educational institutions. This has created employment opportunities for many people in the area, including teachers, non-teaching staff, and support staff.