Uturu

Uturu is a town in Abia State, home to Abia State University (ABSU), one of the state's premier higher education institutions. The university campus dominates the town, bringing a steady flow of students and academic activity. Uturu's landscape is hilly and scenic, with rocky outcrops and savannah vegetation. The town's market serves the student population and surrounding farming communities. Uturu Cave is a minor local attraction.

By Plane

Nearest airport is Sam Mbakwe Airport (QOW) in Owerri, about 70 km west.

By Car / Road

Uturu is on the Umuahia–Okigwe road, about 40 minutes from Umuahia. Buses and taxis run from Umuahia and Okigwe.

Okada and keke serve the university area.

• Abia State University campus — a large campus with modern buildings

• Uturu Cave — a small cave in a rocky hill

• Uturu Rock Formation — scenic granite outcrops

• Tour the ABSU campus — visit one of Nigeria's state universities

• Hike the Uturu hills — views of the surrounding landscape

Student-oriented bukas and cafés serve rice, beans, yam, and noodles.

Bars and shops near the campus sell beer and soft drinks.

Guesthouses near the campus from ₦3,000–5,000.

Uturu market sells yam, cassava, and student supplies.

• Okigwe — 30 min north (Imo State)
• Umuahia — 40 min south-east
• Aba — 1.5 hr south