Abeokuta is the capital of Ogun state in the southwest region of Nigeria. It is often referred to as a rocky town. ‘Abeokuta’ actually means ‘Refuge among Rocks’. It provided sanctuary to the people and was a meeting point to map out strategy during the ancient wars. Abeokuta is east of the Ogun River and north to Lagos by rail and water. The city is no doubt the largest and most populous city in Ogun state. Like most cities in Nigeria, Abeokuta has a rich history and culture. It has remained the go-to place for those within and outside. It is often applauded for its industrious culture, lifestyle and education. Aside from Ibadan which is often regarded as the hub of art gatherings, Abeokuta has had its own fair share of art exposures. This part of the country is home of some of the notable Nigerian icons and Africa at large. Some which include MKO Abiola, Wole Soyinka, Olusegun Obasanjo, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, Ebenezer Obey, Ernest Shonekan, Madam Tinubu, Tunde Bakare etc. Abeokuta has a Railway station which is located at Laderin Estate. It provides a multi-model transport service for both passengers and manufacturers. It is an avenue for manufacturers to transport their finished products and containers to their respective destination.