Oyo State - Wikipedia
Oyo State is the biggest state in Southern Nigeria in terms of landmass and is the second most populated state in Southern Nigeria after Lagos. According to the 2006 census the state is ranked …
Oyo | Nigeria, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica
Oyo state is traversed by the Yoruba Hills in the north. The state has some tropical rain forest in the south around Ibadan, the state capital, but is covered mostly by a “derived” savanna that is largely …
Oyo State Government | About Oyo State
Located in the South-West geopolitical zone of Nigeria, Oyo State was one of the three States carved out of the former Western State of Nigeria in 1976. Oyo State consists of 33 Local Governments and …
Oyo (Nigeria) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
It was founded as the capital of the remnant of the historic Oyo empire, and is known to its people as 'New Oyo' (or Ọ̀yọ́ Àtìbà) to distinguish it from the former capital to the north known as 'Old Oyo' (or …
Oyo, Nigeria City Guide - Neighborhoods & Where to Stay
Oyo, Nigeria, is a hidden gem for backpackers looking for a mix of history and local culture, though it comes with its quirks. The city is rich in heritage, boasting attractions like the impressive Alaafin’s …
History of Oyo State | Culture | Economy | Tourism ...
Dec 26, 2025 · Oyo State, otherwise known as the “ Pacesetter State,” is located in the southwestern part of Nigeria, with its capital city as Ibadan. Oyo State shares borders with Kwara State to the …
Oyo State - Wikiwand
Oyo is a state in southwestern Nigeria. Its capital is Ibadan, the third most populous city in the country and formerly the second most populous city in Africa....