Atan Postal Codes: 120102 | Ijebu North East, Ogun

Key Facts

Atan is a town and the headquarters of Ijebu North East Local Government Area in Ogun State, Nigeria. Located in the southwestern part of Nigeria, Atan sits within the Ijebu region of Ogun State, approximately 70 kilometers northeast of Lagos, the country's commercial capital. The town occupies a strategic position along the Ijebu-Ode to Ibadan road, serving as an important transit point between these major urban centers. With an estimated population of around 25,000 people, Atan covers an area of approximately 85 square kilometers and maintains the traditional administrative structure typical of Yoruba towns, with the Awujale of Ijebuland as the paramount ruler. The local government area that Atan administers comprises several other towns and villages including Odo-Agbo, Oke-Agbo, and Odo-Lemo, creating a network of interconnected communities. As the administrative headquarters, Atan hosts the local government secretariat and serves as the central hub for governance and public services delivery across the local government area. The town's economy is primarily agricultural, with significant production of cocoa, kolanut, and food crops, supplemented by commerce and transportation services. Visitors to this website can access comprehensive postal code information for Atan and its surrounding communities within Ijebu North East Local Government Area.

Neighboring Regions

• Ijebu North
• Ijebu East
• Odogbolu
• Ikenne