The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has declared Tuesday, February 3, 2026, a public holiday across the state to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the creation of Ogun State.

The declaration was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, who said the public holiday is to enable residents to fully participate in activities lined up for the Golden Jubilee celebration.

According to the statement, the anniversary marks five decades of Ogun State’s political existence, steady growth, and significant contributions to national development.

The statement called on citizens to celebrate the historic milestone in an atmosphere of unity and peace, while reaffirming the administration’s commitment to consolidating on past achievements and accelerating the state’s development agenda for the benefit of all.

Talabi added that the governor urged residents to take advantage of the public holiday to actively participate in the events marking the 50th anniversary of the Gateway State.

Ogun State was created on February 3, 1976, and the Golden Jubilee celebration features a rich line-up of commemorative activities designed to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and project a bold and prosperous future for the state.

L-R: The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako; wife of former president, Chief (Mrs) Bola Obasanjo; former President Olusegun Obasanjo; Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun; former Governor of Ogun State, Chief Olusegun Osoba; wife of the Governor, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun, and the Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, during the Inter-Faith Prayer and Thanksgiving commemorating, Ogun State’s 50th anniversary held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta on Monday.