States in Nigeria, Capitals & Slogan

There are 36 states in Nigeria, alongside their capitals, they make up the 36 states of the Nigerian federation. The 36 states in Nigeria are classified under six distinct geopolitical zones; name the South West, South-South, South East, North West, North East, and North Central. Beyond the geopolitical zoning system, each state in Nigeria has its slogan.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), more commonly referred or known as Abuja is not regarded as a state in Nigeria but as the country’s seat of power. The FCT is not under any state government but under the direct leadership of the country’s number one man – the president.

How States in Nigeria Got their Slogans

Some state slogans in Nigeria have historical/religious/cultural or occupational undertones to them. For example, states that take pride in farming have something related to farming in their slogan. A good example is Benue whose slogan is ‘The Food Basket of the Nation‘. Another example is Ebonyi’s slogan, ‘The salt of the Nation‘, signifying the huge presence of Salt in the state. Royal Salt company is situated in Ebonyi.

States in Nigeria, Capitals, Slogan & Year of Creation

Below is a list of all Nigerian states and capitals as well as their slogans and the year of creation: