Ògùn is a state in southwestern
Nigeria. Created in 1976, it borders
Lagos State to the south,
Oyo and
Osun states to the north,
Ondo State to the east and the
Republic of Benin to the west.
Abeokuta is the capital and largest city in the state. The state's nickname is "Gateway to Nigeria". It was created in February 1976 from the former
Western State. The 2006 census recorded a total population of 3,751,140 residents. The incumbent State Governor is Senator
Ibikunle Amosun (2011-date).