Olumo rock, is one of the major tourist attractions in Nigeria with a captivating embodiment. Olumo rock is located in Abeokuta is a classic that stands out among other tourist attractions in Ogun state. With its surrounding lush history, Olumo rock will never cease to bring tourists to wonder at how rocks can tell stories on their own.

One thing stands out in particular; the blessings of nature. It cannot be faulted that at least every state in the country, including the F.C.T, has something naturally distinct about it. It is in this light, Ogun state, one of the six states in the southwest geo-political zone is unique for its own beautiful piece of nature strategically located in the state capital, Abeokuta.

The state capital Abeokuta, translated into English means “Under The Rock”, is known for this beautiful piece of nature standing at a height of 137metres and strategically located at the centre of the state capital – Olumo Rock.

History of Olumo Rock

From History, Olumo Rock was discovered by a hunter by the name Adagba, who used the rock as means of fortress during the intertribal war in the 19^th Century. The Egbas were part of the Oyo Empire before the empire collapsed. The rock also served as a vantage point for the inhabitants at the time as it enabled them have a clear view of enemy’s advancement in a war they eventually triumphed.

The name “Olumo” is the combination of two words – “Olu” (God) and “Mo” (Moulded), the combination of these words is translated as “God has ended our troubles and sufferings”. Olumo Rock was turned into a tourist site in 1976 and commissioned on the 3^rd of February 2006 by the former president of the country, Olusegun Obasanjo.

The rock comprises of statutes of Egba past heroes and different symbols of the Egba warriors like Ilesha Abi Agbongbakala, Agaba – the great hunter, Okonkenu – the first paramount ruler in Egba land, and Jagun Jagun – the sharp shooter and general in command.