Today (May 25) she become Scotland's longest-serving First Minister – surpassing her predecessor, Alex Salmond.
Ms Sturgeon took over the top post in 2014.
We look back on her many visits to Fife during that time in this special photo gallery.
. Nicola Sturgeon in Fife
Scotlands first minister Nicola Sturgeon in St Andrews poses for one of the many selfies on a visit in 2015 Photo: George McLuskie
. Nicola Sturgeon in Fife
Nicola Sturgeon enters a packed St Bryce Kirk in Kirkcaldy - ironically, where Gordon Brown's father was once minister - and gives the thumbs up to supporters. She was one of a several high profile figures who came to the venue during the independence campaign, and drew, by farm the biggest audience. Photo: FPA
. Nicola Sturgeon in Fife
In Leven to visit the Campion Homes site as part of help to boost small housebuilders Photo: FPA
. Nicola Sturgeon in Fife
Nicola Sturgeon and Professor Jim McGoldrick, former chair of NHS Fife, at the new St andrews Hospital and health care clinic. with patient Betty Henderson from St Andrews Photo: George Mcluskie Photographer
. Nicola Sturgeon in Fife
Back to school ... the First Minister on a visit to Warout Primary School in Glenrothes. She was shown around by P7 pupil Adam Murray and P6 pupil Kerry Johnstone Photo: Steven Brown Photography
5. Nicola Sturgeon in Fife
A politician deep in thought. Nicola Sturgeon at the Scottish Cabinet meeting held at the Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy in 2011 Photo: neil doig
6. Nicola Sturgeon in Fife
Fifers at the Scottish Parliament ... Nicola Sturgeon at the 70th anniversary of Glenrothes with local pupils providing a musical interlude. Photo: George Mcluskie Photographer 37
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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon visits Warout Primary School in Glenrothes. Photo: Steven Brown Photography
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Nicola Sturgeon at a rally held a part of the independence campaign, and staged at St Bryce Church, Kirkcaldy. Photo: FPA