Ogun State
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| Founded | February 3 |
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| 1976 | |
| Area | 16981 |
| Colleges and universities | Olabisi Onabanjo University |
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| Points of interest | Olumo Rock |
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| Did you know | Ogun State is the ninth-largest Nigerian state by GDP (US$10,470 million). |
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| ID | 1240840 |
About Ogun State
Ogun State is a state in southwestern Nigeria. Created in 1976, it borders Lagos State to the south, Oyo and Osun states to the north, Ondo to the east and the Republic of Benin to the west. Abeokuta is the capital and largest city in the state. The state's appellation is "Gateway to Nigeria".
Nigeria's facial scars: The last generation
... The 15 slashes on the face of Inaolaji Akeem (above) identify him as someone from the Owu kingdom in Nigeria s south-western Ogun State...
The hunt for Nigerians who can change into cats
... There was widespread outrage last month after three men allegedly killed a 17-year-old girl in Ogun State to use her body parts in a ritual they believed would make them rich...
Nobel winner Wole Soyinka's journey with prostate cancer
... BBC Life Clinic s Charles Mgbolu met him at his village in Ogun State in south-west Nigeria and heard his story of resilience and determination, but also the crucial role his wife played in the process...
Nobel winner Wole Soyinka's journey with prostate cancer
When Professor Wole Soyinka went for a routine medical check-up in 2014, The Doctor asked him to take more tests. It was then that Soyinka was diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer.
That was five years ago. Since then, after undergoing successful treatment, the 85-year-old is in good health.
The Professor says he takes pretty good care of himself and loves spending time outdoors.
BBC Life Clinic's Charles Mgbolu met him at his village in Ogun State in south-west Nigeria and heard his story of resilience and determination, but also the crucial role his wife played in The Process .
Source of news: bbc.com
