Former military Head of State and two-term civilian President of Nigeria; prominent statesman from Ogun State.
Ogun State • Notable People
Famous & Notable People from Ogun State
12 remarkable individuals across politics, business, entertainment, sports, arts, law, and activism — people who shaped Ogun State, Nigeria, and the world.
12Notable people
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4Deceased
Politics & Government (6)
Businessman, publisher, philanthropist and presumed winner of the 12 June 1993 Nigerian presidential election.
Nigerian statesman, nationalist and political leader associated with the development of Western Nigeria.
Governor of Ogun State since 2019 and former businessman.
Former Governor of Ogun State and engineer who served as governor from 2003 to 2011.
Former Governor of Ogun State and former Senator representing Ogun Central.
Other (4)
Nigerian playwright, poet, novelist, essayist and the first African recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature.
Pioneer of Afrobeat music, musician, composer and political activist.
Educationist, social critic and founder of Mayflower School in Ikenne.
Journalist, publisher, author and founder of Ovation International.
Academia & Education (1)
Academic, educationist and former presidential candidate.
Business & Finance (1)
Nigerian businessman and founder of Globacom and Conoil.
About Ogun State's Notable People
Ogun State has produced some of Nigeria's — and Africa's — most celebrated figures across every field of human endeavour. The 12 people documented on this page represent a cross-section of the individuals who have made Ogun State a source of national pride.
How Notable People Are Selected
The people listed on this page are selected based on their national or international recognition, the significance of their contributions to their field, and their documented connection to Ogun State through birth, origin, or long-term residence. The list is not exhaustive — Ogun State has produced many more remarkable people than can be documented in a single page.
About Ogun State
To learn more about the state that produced these notable individuals, visit the full history of Ogun State, including its pre-colonial kingdoms, colonial history, and modern era. See also the list of Ogun State governors and the local government areas of Ogun State.
Frequently Asked Questions — People from Ogun State
Who are the most famous people from Ogun State?
Ogun State has produced 12 widely recognised notable people across various fields. Among the most famous are: Olusegun Obasanjo, Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, Wole Soyinka, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, Tai Solarin, Obafemi Awolowo, Dapo Abiodun, Gbenga Daniel, and many others.
Which musicians are from Ogun State?
Ogun State has produced many celebrated musicians in Nigeria's entertainment industry.
Which politicians are from Ogun State?
Notable politicians from Ogun State include: Olusegun Obasanjo, Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, Obafemi Awolowo, Dapo Abiodun, Gbenga Daniel, Ibikunle Amosun.
Which business people are from Ogun State?
Notable business leaders from Ogun State include: Mike Adenuga.
Which athletes are from Ogun State?
Ogun State has produced several prominent Nigerian athletes.
How many notable people has Ogun State produced?
Ogun State has produced at least 12 widely recognised notable people documented on this page. They span 4 categories including politics & government, other, academia & education, business & finance, and more.