Imela Village
Imela | |
|---|---|
Village | |
| Coordinates: 8°01′20″N 5°43′00″E / 8.02222°N 5.71667°ECoordinates: 8°01′20″N 5°43′00″E / 8.02222°N 5.71667°E Fatal error: The format of the coordinate could not be determined. Parsing failed. | |
| Country | |
| State | Kogi State |
| LGA | Yagba East |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (WAT) |
Imela is a small settlement located in the Yagba East Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria. It forms part of the rural Yagba zone within the Okun-speaking region.
Landscape
Imela sits within savanna grassland bordered by scattered farms and low ridges. Seasonal streams flow through the area, supporting limited dry-season cultivation.
Livelihoods
Agriculture forms the economic base. Residents typically cultivate yam, cassava, maize and cashew, while small livestock such as goats and poultry are raised for local trade and household use.
Population and culture
The inhabitants primarily speak the Yagba dialect of Yoruba. Christian worship is widespread, and elements of customary practices remain in family and community life.
Infrastructure
Imela is linked to neighbouring communities by laterite access roads. Mobile telecommunications reach the area, and primary schooling is available within the locality.
References
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- ↑ "Towns and Villages in Yagba East, Kogi State". Towns & Villages. Ujumbe Technologies. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
- ↑ "Postcode 262102 – Kogi State, Nigeria". Nigeria Postal. Postal Codes Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-11-22.
