Olokemeji Forest Reserve is Nigeria's first Forest Reserve, established around 1900. The reserve covers about and is located between the Nigerian cities of Abeokuta and Ibadan. While the reserve does contain freshwater swamp forest areas, particularly in the south, its primary composition is characterized by moist evergreen forest, often referred to as 'mixed rainforest'
The structure and composition of the woody flora at Olokemeji forest reserve reflect the significant anthropogenic interference that has taken place in the area. A 2016 paper recommended a holistic plan to alleviate farming pressures on the forest reserve, incorporating poverty alleviation measures and promoting sustainable farming practices to reduce dependence on extensive cultivation.Agbo-adediran, O.A., Olajiire-Ajayi, B., Olokeogun O.S., and Bolanle-Ojo, O.T (2016) Floristic Composition of the Restricted Zone in Olokemeji Forest Reserve. Proceedings of NTBA/NSCB Joint Biodiversity Conference; Unilorin 2016 (276-282). https://www.researchgate.net/publication/333117603_Floristic_Composition_of_the_Restricted_Zone_in_Olokemeji_Forest_Reserve
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