Iresadu / Arolu Postal Codes: 210102 | Surulere, Oyo

Key Facts

Iresadu/Arolu is a local community area within the Surulere Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria. Located in the southwestern region of Nigeria, this community forms part of the urban and semi-urban landscape of Surulere, situated approximately 15 kilometers northeast of Oyo town, the traditional and cultural heart of the Yoruba people. The area lies within the tropical savanna climate zone, characterized by distinct wet and dry seasons that support agricultural activities including cassava, yam, and maize cultivation. While precise population figures for Iresadu/Arolu specifically are not readily available, the broader Surulere Local Government Area has an estimated population of over 150,000 people, with Iresadu/Arolu contributing significantly to this number as one of its prominent residential and commercial hubs. The community is administratively organized under the traditional leadership system common throughout Yorubaland, with local chiefs overseeing community affairs alongside government structures. As part of Surulere's development framework, Iresadu/Arolu contains several neighborhoods and smaller settlements that collectively form this vibrant community. To access detailed postal code information and location-specific services for the various sectors within Iresadu/Arolu, visitors can explore the comprehensive directory available on our platform.