By Adekunle Oluwafunmilayo
The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has declared Tuesday, February 3, 2026, a public holiday across the stat to mark the 50th anniversary of the creation of Ogun State.
The declaration was made in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi.
According to the statement, the public holiday is intended to allow residents to fully participate in activities lined up for the Golden Jubilee celebrations.
Talabi noted that the anniversary marks five decades of Ogun State’s political existence, steady growth, and notable contributions to national development.
The statement urged residents to celebrate the historic milestone in an atmosphere of unity and peace, while reaffirming the Abiodun administration’s commitment to consolidating past achievements and accelerating the state’s development agenda for the benefit of all citizens.
The governor also encouraged residents to take advantage of the public holiday to actively engage in events commemorating the Golden Jubilee of the Gateway State.
