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Oyo

Verified · updated July 10, 2026

Oyo State’s official slogan is “ Pace Setter State” and its capital is Ibadan. Created in February 3, 1976 by Gen. Murtala Muhammed, it lies in Nigeria’s South-West geopolitical zone.

Capital: Ibadan
Slogan: Pace Setter State
Geopolitical Zone: South-West
Created: February 3, 1976
Created by: Gen. Murtala Muhammed
Local Governments: 33
Population: 7,976,081
Land Area: 28,454 km²
Governor: Seyi Makinde

State Government

Government of Oyo State

Governor: Seyi Makinde
Senators: Abdulfatai Buhari Sharafadeen Alli Yunus Akintunde
House of Reps (14): Abass Adigun Agboworin Adebayo Adepoju Adedeji Stanley Olajide Aderemi Abasi Oseni Akeem Adeyemi Akinmoyede Olafisoye Wasiu Akinola Adekunle Alabi Folajimi Oyekunle Kareem Tajudeen Abisodun Makanjuola Sunday Ojo Mohammed Olaide Lateef Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala Oyedeji Najimdeen Oyeshina Tolulope Akande-Sadipe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Oyo State?

The capital of Oyo State is Ibadan.

What is the slogan of Oyo State?

Oyo State's official slogan is "Pace Setter State".

When was Oyo State created?

Oyo State was created on February 3, 1976 by Gen. Murtala Muhammed.

Which geopolitical zone is Oyo State in?

Oyo State is located in the South-West geopolitical zone of Nigeria.

How many local government areas (LGAs) are in Oyo State?

Oyo State has 33 local government areas (LGAs).

What is the population of Oyo State?

Oyo State has an estimated population of about 7,976,081 people (based on projections).

Who is the current governor of Oyo State?

The current governor of Oyo State is Seyi Makinde.

All Questions & Answers

Who is the current Governor of Oyo State?

Seyi Makinde

Who is the current Deputy Governor of Oyo State?

Bayo Lawal

What is the capital of Oyo State?

Ibadan

Who is the current Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly?

Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin

Who is the Deputy Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly?

Hon. Muhammed Abiodun Fadeyi

What is the slogan of Oyo State?

Pace Setter State

When was Oyo State created?

February 3, 1976

Who created Oyo State?

General Murtala Muhammed

Which state was Oyo carved out from?

Western State

Who represents Oyo North Senatorial District?

Senator Abdulfatai Buhari

How many Local Government Areas (LGAs) are in Oyo State?

Which geopolitical zone is Oyo State located?

South-West geopolitical zone

Who is the current Commissioner for Finance in Oyo State?

Mr. Akinola Ojo

What is Oyo State's most significant historical site?

Old Oyo National Park (site of ancient Oyo Empire)

Which states border Oyo State?

Kwara State (north), Osun State (east), Ogun State (south), and Republic of Benin (west)

What was the Old Oyo Empire?

A powerful Yoruba empire that ruled from c.1300 to 1896

What is the University of Ibadan known for?

Nigeria's first university (formerly University College Ibadan, 1948)

When did University of Ibadan become independent?

1962

What television station in Oyo State was first in Africa?

Western Nigeria Television (WNTV), later NTA Ibadan

Who represents Oyo Central Senatorial District?

Senator Yunus Akintunde

What was Cocoa House in Ibadan famous for?

First skyscraper in Nigeria and tropical Africa (completed 1965)

What is Ibadan's historical significance?

Third most populous city in Nigeria and formerly second in Africa

Who was the first military Governor of Oyo State?

Colonel David Jemibewon (1976-1978)

Who was the first civilian Governor of Oyo State?

Chief Bola Ige (1979-1983)

When was NTA Ibadan (WNTV) established?

October 31, 1959 (first TV station in Africa)

What are the main economic activities in Oyo State?

Agriculture, commerce, education, and manufacturing

Name five major towns in Oyo State

Ibadan, Oyo, Ogbomosho, Iseyin, Saki, Eruwa

What is the indigenous ethnic group in Oyo State?

The Yoruba people

What is the estimated population of Oyo State?

Over 7.8 million people

Who is the Commissioner for Works in Oyo State?

Prof. Dahud Sangodoyin

What federal university is located in Oyo State?

University of Ibadan (UI)

Where is University of Ibadan located?

Ibadan, Oyo State

What is Oyo State's state university called?

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)

Where is LAUTECH located?

Ogbomosho, Oyo State

What teaching hospital is located in Ibadan?

University College Hospital (UCH), first teaching hospital in Nigeria

Who represents Oyo South Senatorial District?

Senator Sharafadeen Alli

What is the name of the major stadium in Ibadan?

Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba

What is Ogbomosho known for?

Major educational and commercial center; Baptist Medical Centre

What language is predominantly spoken in Oyo State?

Yoruba language

What is the area coverage of Oyo State?

Approximately 28,454 square kilometers

When did Governor Seyi Makinde first assume office?

May 29, 2019

Which political party does Governor Seyi Makinde belong to?

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)

When did Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal assume office?

July 18, 2022

How many senators represent Oyo State?

Three (3)

Who is the Commissioner for Education in Oyo State?

Prof. Salihu Adelabu

What is Old Oyo National Park?

Historical site of ancient Oyo Empire capital, now wildlife reserve

Name a major tourist attraction in Ibadan

Mapo Hall, Bower Tower, University of Ibadan Zoo

What is Agodi Gardens?

A botanical garden and recreational park in Ibadan

What is Bower Tower?

Historic 60-foot tower built in 1936 on Oke-Are hill, Ibadan

What is Mapo Hall known for?

Historic colonial-era town hall built in 1929

How many representatives does Oyo State have in House of Representatives?

Fourteen (14)

What major agricultural products is Oyo State known for?

Cocoa, cassava, maize, yam, and tobacco

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Local Government Areas in Oyo

Oyo has 33 local government areas, each listed below with its administrative headquarters.

Oyo Central · Sen. Yunus Akintunde Oyo North · Sen. Abdulfatai Buhari Oyo South · Sen. Sharafadeen Alli

Tap or hover an LGA for its headquarters and senatorial district; tap again (or click) to jump to its row below. Boundaries: geoBoundaries/GRID3, CC BY 4.0.

#	LGA	Headquarters
1	Afijio	Jobele
2	Akinyele	Moniya
3	Atiba	Oyo
4	Atisbo	Tede
5	Egbeda	Egbeda
6	Ibadan North	Agodi-Gate
7	Ibadan North-East	Iwo Road
8	Ibadan North-West	Onireke
9	Ibadan South-East	Mapo
10	Ibadan South-West	Oluyole
11	Ibarapa Central	Igbo-Ora
12	Ibarapa East	Eruwa
13	Ibarapa North	Ayete
14	Ido	Ido
15	Irepo	Kishi
16	Iseyin	Iseyin
17	Itesiwaju	Otu
18	Iwajowa	Iwere-Ile
19	Kajola	Okeho
20	Lagelu	Iyana-Offa
21	Ogbomoso North	Ogbomoso
22	Ogbomoso South	Arowomole
23	Ogo Oluwa	Ajaawa
24	Olorunsogo	Igbeti
25	Oluyole	Idi-Ayunre
26	Ona Ara	Akanran
27	Orelope	Igboho
28	Ori Ire	Ikoyi-Ile
29	Oyo East	Kosobo
30	Oyo West	Ojongbodu
31	Saki East	Ago-Amodu
32	Saki West	Saki
33	Surulere	Iresa-Adu