Prominent Nigerian nationalist, political leader, lawyer and first Premier of the Western Region. Closely associated with Yoruba political history and Western education.
Osun State • Notable People
Famous & Notable People from Osun State
10 remarkable individuals across politics, business, entertainment, sports, arts, law, and activism — people who shaped Osun State, Nigeria, and the world.
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Politics & Government (7)
Prominent Nigerian politician and Premier of the Western Region.
Governor of Osun State and prominent Nigerian politician.
First elected Governor of Osun State and former Senator representing Osun West.
Former Governor of Osun State and former Minister of Interior of Nigeria.
Former Governor of Osun State and former Military Administrator of Lagos State.
Former Governor of Osun State and former Chief of Staff to the Governor of Lagos State.
Other (2)
Nigerian playwright, poet, novelist, essayist and Nobel Prize winner in Literature. He was born in Abeokuta but has strong cultural and academic associations with Ile-Ife and Obafemi Awolowo University.
Pioneer Nigerian Fuji musician and one of the most influential figures in the development of Fuji music.
Science & Technology (1)
Nigerian geologist and academic associated with geological research and mineral exploration.
About Osun State's Notable People
Osun State has produced some of Nigeria's — and Africa's — most celebrated figures across every field of human endeavour. The 10 people documented on this page represent a cross-section of the individuals who have made Osun 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 Osun State through birth, origin, or long-term residence. The list is not exhaustive — Osun State has produced many more remarkable people than can be documented in a single page.
About Osun State
To learn more about the state that produced these notable individuals, visit the full history of Osun State, including its pre-colonial kingdoms, colonial history, and modern era. See also the list of Osun State governors and the local government areas of Osun State.
Frequently Asked Questions — People from Osun State
Who are the most famous people from Osun State?
Osun State has produced 10 widely recognised notable people across various fields. Among the most famous are: Obafemi Awolowo, Wole Soyinka, Ladoke Akintola, Adeyemi Bero, Ademola Adeleke, Isiaka Adeleke, Rauf Aregbesola, Olagunsoye Oyinlola, and many others.
Which musicians are from Osun State?
Osun State has produced many celebrated musicians in Nigeria's entertainment industry.
Which politicians are from Osun State?
Notable politicians from Osun State include: Obafemi Awolowo, Ladoke Akintola, Ademola Adeleke, Isiaka Adeleke, Rauf Aregbesola, Olagunsoye Oyinlola.
Which business people are from Osun State?
Osun State has produced many prominent Nigerian business leaders.
Which athletes are from Osun State?
Osun State has produced several prominent Nigerian athletes.
How many notable people has Osun State produced?
Osun State has produced at least 10 widely recognised notable people documented on this page. They span 3 categories including politics & government, other, science & technology, and more.