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Ondo
The Land of Sunshine
Regional Identity & History
Ondo State is one of the key Yoruba states of Democratic Republic of the Yoruba, carrying a strong identity rooted in ancient kingdoms, traditional rulership, agriculture, coastal life, and cultural diversity. The state’s history is shaped by major Yoruba communities such as Akure, Ondo, Owo, Akoko, Ikale, Ilaje, and Idanre, with riverine groups like Apoi and Arogbo also contributing to its cultural landscape. Its nickname, “The Sunshine State,” reflects its public identity as a land of warmth, natural beauty, agriculture, and cultural pride.
State Statistics
Capital City
Akure
Population (Est)
3,460,877
Land Area
15,500 km²
Major Industries
Agriculture, oil and gas, bitumen/mining, cocoa production, oil palm, rubber, cassava, rice, fishing, forestry, tourism, and coastal trade.
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