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Ikiodiete George
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Know The 36 States And Capitals In Nigeria & Their Current Governors (2025 Official List)
Nigeria is a federal republic made up of 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Each state has its own capital and an elected governor responsible for the executive functions at the state level. As of 2025, some governors are newly elected, while others are serving their second terms. This guide provides an updated overview of the 36 Nigerian states, their capitals, and the governors currently in office.
List of Nigerian States, Capitals, and Their 2025 Governors
| State | Capital | Current Governor (2025) | Political Party |
| Abia | Umuahia | Alex Otti | Labour Party (LP) |
| Adamawa | Yola | Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri | PDP |
| Akwa Ibom | Uyo | Umo Eno | PDP |
| Anambra | Awka | Charles Chukwuma Soludo | APGA |
| Bauchi | Bauchi | Bala Mohammed | PDP |
| Bayelsa | Yenagoa | Douye Diri | PDP |
| Benue | Makurdi | Hyacinth Alia | APC |
| Borno | Maiduguri | Babagana Umara Zulum | APC |
| Cross River | Calabar | Bassey Otu | APC |
| Delta | Asaba | Sheriff Oborevwori | PDP |
| Ebonyi | Abakaliki | Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru | APC |
| Edo | Benin City | Godwin Obaseki | PDP |
| Ekiti | Ado-Ekiti | Biodun Oyebanji | APC |
| Enugu | Enugu | Peter Ndubuisi Mbah | PDP |
| Gombe | Gombe | Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya | APC |
| Imo | Owerri | Hope Uzodinma | APC |
| Jigawa | Dutse | Umar Namadi | APC |
| Kaduna | Kaduna | Uba Sani | APC |
| Kano | Kano | Abba Kabir Yusuf | NNPP |
| Katsina | Katsina | Dikko Umar Radda | APC |
| Kebbi | Birnin Kebbi | Nasir Idris | APC |
| Kogi | Lokoja | Ahmed Usman Ododo | APC |
| Kwara | Ilorin | AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq | APC |
| Lagos | Ikeja | Babajide Sanwo-Olu | APC |
| Nasarawa | Lafia | Abdullahi Sule | APC |
| Niger | Minna | Umar Mohammed Bago | APC |
| Ogun | Abeokuta | Dapo Abiodun | APC |
| Ondo | Akure | Lucky Aiyedatiwa | APC |
| Osun | Osogbo | Ademola Adeleke | PDP |
| Oyo | Ibadan | Seyi Makinde | PDP |
| Plateau | Jos | Caleb Mutfwang | PDP |
| Rivers | Port Harcourt | Siminalayi Fubara | PDP |
| Sokoto | Sokoto | Ahmad Aliyu | APC |
| Taraba | Jalingo | Agbu Kefas | PDP |
| Yobe | Damaturu | Mai Mala Buni | APC |
| Zamfara | Gusau | Dauda Lawal | PDP |
Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
| FCT | Capital | Administrator (2025) | Appointed By |
| Abuja | Abuja | Nyesom Wike (FCT Minister) | President of Nigeria |
Quick Facts
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Nigeria operates a multi-party democratic system.
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Governors serve 4-year terms and can seek re-election for a second term.
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As of 2025, the political party control across states is:
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APC – majority control in 20+ states
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PDP – strong presence in the South-South and Southeast
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LP, NNPP, and APGA – hold influence in select states
FAQ: States, Capitals & Governors in Nigeria
| Question | Answer |
| How many states are in Nigeria? | 36 states + the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja) |
| Who is the governor of Lagos in 2025? | Babajide Sanwo-Olu |
| What is the capital of Ogun State? | Abeokuta |
| Which state has Siminalayi Fubara as governor? | Rivers State |
| Is Abuja a state in Nigeria? | No, Abuja is the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) |
| Who is the FCT Minister in 2025? | Nyesom Wike |
Conclusion
Knowing the 36 states and their governors is not just for exam prep or trivia night — it's key to understanding Nigeria's political landscape and how power is distributed across the federation. Whether you're a student, civil servant, political analyst, or simply a curious Nigerian, this 2025 list helps you stay informed about who’s leading each state and which party they represent.
