OGUN STATE AT 50: GOVERNOR ABIODUN ANNOUNCES TUESDAY AS WORK FREE DAY
By: Muftau Fatimo
The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has declared Tuesday, February 3, 2026, a public holiday across the state to mark the 50th anniversary of its creation.
The announcement was made on Monday in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi.
Talabi explained that “the public holiday is intended to allow residents to actively participate in the events planned for the Golden Jubilee celebration.”
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The statement added, “The anniversary commemorates five decades of Ogun State’s political existence, steady development, and notable contributions to national progress.”
The statement urged citizens to “celebrate this historic milestone in a spirit of unity and peace,” while reaffirming the administration’s commitment to building on past achievements and advancing the state’s development agenda for the benefit of all.
Talabi further noted that the governor encouraged residents “to use the public holiday to actively participate in the events commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Gateway State.”
Ogun State was created on February 3, 1976, and the Golden Jubilee celebration features a wide range of commemorative activities aimed at reflecting on the past, celebrating current achievements, and envisioning a prosperous future for the state.
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