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Thirty six states, FCT and their slogan

By Nafisat Ahuoyiza Musa

The 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory(FCT) that make up the country, Nigeria, are each unique in their own right in more ways than another.

From the names of the states alone, one can tell that they were not just given for the sake of vibes; rather, the names reflect their history, geography and identity.

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Another interesting angle that helps tell the stories of the Nigerian states is their slogan. Each state carries a unique slogan that goes beyond mere phrases.

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Rather, the slogan gives meaningful insight into what each state is known for in terms of its history, identity, culture or economic strength.

It further serves as a starting point for useful information into any state you want to know more about.

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Here are Nigeria’s 36 states—including the Federal Capital Territory—and the slogan that serves as part of their identity.

State Capital Slogan
Abia Umuahia God’s Own State
Adamawa Yola Land of Beauty
Akwa Ibom Uyo Land of Promise
Anambra Awka Light of the Nation
Bauchi Bauchi Pearl of Tourism
Bayelsa Yenagoa Glory of All Lands
Benue Makurdi Food Basket of the Nation
Borno Maiduguri Home of Peace
Cross River Calabar People’s Paradise
Delta Asaba The Big Heart
Ebonyi Abakaliki Salt of the Nation
Edo Benin City Heartbeat of the Nation
Ekiti Ado Ekiti Land of Honour and Integrity
Enugu Enugu Coal City State
Gombe Gombe Jewel in the Savannah
Imo Owerri Eastern Heartland
Jigawa Dutse The New World
Kaduna Kaduna Centre of Learning
Kano Kano Centre of Commerce
Katsina Katsina Home of Hospitality
Kebbi Birnin Kebbi Land of Equity
Kogi Lokoja The Confluence State
Kwara Ilorin State of Harmony
Lagos Ikeja Centre of Excellence
Nasarawa Lafia Home of Solid Minerals
Niger Minna The Power State
Ogun Abeokuta Gateway State
Ondo Akure Sunshine State
Osun Osogbo State of the Living Spring
Oyo Ibadan Pace Setter State
Plateau Jos Home of Peace and Tourism
Rivers Port Harcourt Treasure Base of the Nation
Sokoto Sokoto Seat of the Caliphate
Taraba Jalingo Nature’s Gift to the Nation
Yobe Damaturu Pride of the Sahel
Zamfara Gusau Farming is Our Pride
FCT Abuja Centre of Unity

 

In all, these slogans are more than just words. They reflect the history, identity, and aspirations of each state, reminding us of the rich diversity that makes each state in Nigeria unique.

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