David Boren Democratic George Nigh Democratic The 1978 Oklahoma gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1978, to elect the next governor of Oklahoma.

Incumbent Democratic governor David Boren chose not to run for re-election to a second term in office.

Instead, Boren decided to run for the United States Senate.

Former governor, and sitting lieutenant governor George Nigh was elected, defeating Republican nominee Ron Shotts.

The primary elections took place on August 22, 1978.