Friday, 05 June 2026

Ogun State

Capital: Abeokuta

5.2M
Population
16,762 km²
Land Area
Abeokuta
Capital
Industry, Agriculture
Major Sector

About Ogun State

Ogun is one of the 36 states in Nigeria, known for industry, agriculture. With a population of approximately 5.2M, the state plays a significant role in Nigeria's industry, agriculture sector and continues to witness rapid development in infrastructure and education.

Latest News from Ogun

Oyo Abduction Crisis Deepens as Gunmen Demand Weapons, Cash, and Legal Concessions — Speaker Warns Against Negotiation

Adebo Ogundoyin raises alarm over escalating demands by abductors of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, ...

04 Jun 2026

Protests Spread Across Nigeria After Abduction of Oyo Schoolchildren Sparks Nationwide Outcry

Seven teachers and about 25 students abducted in Oriire, Oyo State attack; teachers go on strike as protests erupt in Lagos, Ogun,...

03 Jun 2026

Ojude Oba Festival Dazzles in Ogun with Colour, Culture and Tribute to Late Monarch

Annual celebration at the Awujale Palace honours Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona as prominent figures including Farooq Oreagba, Eniola B...

29 May 2026

PDP Adopts Oladipupo Adebutu as Consensus Candidate for 2027 Ogun Governorship Election

Party signals renewed push to unseat APC in Ogun State as delegates endorse former flag bearer...

24 May 2026