Iwo Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city and LGA in Osun State, Nigeria
About Iwo
Iwo used to be part of old Oyo state but was separated and it became one of the major townships in Osun State. It has over 30 ancient and powerful kings all under the Oluwo of Iwoland, HRM Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi as the only consenting authority and first class paramount ruler. It has an estimated population of 191,348 (2006) and an area spanning 245 km². The cultivation and export of cacao is the town’s economic mainstay. Yams, corn (maize), cassava (manioc), and palm oil and kernels, the chief staple crops, are grown north of the town. Cotton weaving and dyeing (with locally grown indigo) are traditionally important activities. Muslims constitute the major population of Iwo. It host some Higher Institutions such as: Bowen University, Wolex Polytechnic, Baptist Teachers' Training College
Where to Eat in Iwo
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Afribuka Restaurant
- 🍴Ewaoluwa Food Canteen
- 🍴Kemidele Restaurant
- 🍴Unique Halal Foods
Where to Stay in Iwo
- 🏨Odo oba Hotel
- 🏨Osun Green Wich Hotel & Suites
- 🏨See bee Hotels & Events Center
Iwo Travel Guide Sections
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