Irrua

Irrua is a town in Edo State, the headquarters of Esan Central local government area. It is known for the Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, a major medical centre serving Edo State and beyond. The town is an agricultural centre producing yam, cassava, and plantain. Irrua's market is one of the busiest in Esanland, and the town celebrates the annual Ugie Iro festival with traditional music, dance, and ceremonial displays.

By Plane

Benin Airport (BNI) is about 110 km south-west.

By Car / Road

Irrua is on the Benin–Auchi road, about 1.5 hours north of Benin City. Buses from Benin, Auchi, and Uromi pass through.

Keke and okada serve the town.

• Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital — a major medical campus

• Irrua Market — a busy Esan market

• Traditional ruler's palace

• Attend the Ugie Iro festival — the annual Esan cultural celebration

• Shop at Irrua Market — fresh produce and Esan goods

Local Esan cuisine is available at bukas around the market.

Palm wine and bottled drinks.

Guesthouses from ₦3,000–5,000.

Yam, cassava, plantain, and palm oil.

• Uromi — 20 min north-east
• Ekpoma — 20 min south-west
• Auchi — 45 min north
• Benin City — 1.5 hr south-west