By Iyabo Adebisi
Oyo State will celebrate its 50th anniversary in February 2026 with a series of events honouring its founding fathers, past leaders, and distinguished citizens.
Chairman of the Oyo@50 Celebrations Committee, Mr Saheed Fijabi, announced this at a press conference held at the Local Government Training School, Secretariat, Ibadan.
Mr Fijabi said the golden jubilee would celebrate the state’s progress since its creation in 1976 and pay tribute to those who have shaped its history.
He explained that the celebration would recognise both military and civilian leaders, from Colonel David Jemibewon, the pioneer military governor in 1976, to Governor Seyi Makinde, the current leader of the state.
The committee chairman said activities marking the anniversary would take place across all six geopolitical zones, involving people from all sectors — the executive, legislature, and judiciary, as well as traditional rulers, religious leaders, artisans, students, farmers, entrepreneurs, and persons with disabilities.
He noted that to make the event more inclusive, the committee launched the Oyo@50 Logo, Theme, and Mascot Challenge, inviting designers, artists, and creative minds within and outside the state to submit entries that reflect “our past achievements, our vibrant present, and our ambitious vision for the future.”
Mr Fijabi added that entries can be submitted via email to [email protected],or through WhatsApp on 09163121000, with attractive rewards awaiting winners.
It would be recalled that Governor Seyi Makinde had inaugurated the Oyo @50 committee on October 8, 2025.
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