The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has declared Tuesday, February 3, 2026, a public holiday across the state to mark 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 explained that the public holiday is aimed at enabling 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 notable contributions to national development.

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

Talabi added that Governor Abiodun urged the people of the state to take advantage of the public holiday to actively participate in events commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Gateway State.

Ogun State was created on February 3, 1976. The Golden Jubilee celebration will feature 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.