Dapo Abiodun
About the Office of Governor
Nigerian state governors are the chief executives of the country's 36 states. Each governor is elected directly by the people of their state to a four-year term, renewable once under the 1999 Constitution. The governor implements state laws, manages the state budget, oversees the state civil service and coordinates local government activities. Governors chair the State Executive Council and represent their state on the National Council of State, working alongside the President on issues of national importance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current governor of Ogun State?
Dapo Abiodun is the current Executive Governor of Ogun State, having been elected through Nigeria's gubernatorial election process. The governor serves a four-year term and is the chief executive of the state government.
When was Dapo Abiodun born?
Dapo Abiodun was born on 29 May 1960, which makes he 66 years old.
Where is Dapo Abiodun from?
Dapo Abiodun hails from Ikenne Local Government Area in Ogun State, located in Nigeria's South-West geopolitical zone.
What religion does Dapo Abiodun practise?
Dapo Abiodun is a Christian. Religion is not a constitutional requirement for the office of governor in Nigeria, but it often informs the cultural context of leadership in different regions.
What does a Nigerian state governor do?
A state governor is the chief executive of one of Nigeria's 36 states. The governor implements state laws, manages the state budget, appoints state commissioners, supervises the state civil service and coordinates with the 774 local government areas. Governors serve four-year terms and can be re-elected once.
Government of Ogun State
- House of Reps
- 10 members — listed on the Ogun State page