Afon
Kwara, Nigeria
Why visit Afon?
Afon is a town in Kwara State, the headquarters of Asa local government area. It lies on the southern outskirts of Ilorin and serves as a commuter suburb for the state capital. Afon is an agricultural area producing yam, cassava, maize, and vegetables. The town has a traditional ruler, the Olufon of Afon, and hosts a weekly market. Afon's proximity to Ilorin makes it a convenient base for exploring the rural southern Kwara landscape.
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By Plane
Ilorin International Airport (ILR) is about 25 km north.
By Car / Road
Afon is 20 minutes south of Ilorin on the Ilorin–Offa road. Taxis and keke run frequently from Ilorin.
Keke and okada serve the town.
What are the things to do?
Afon Market — the local weekly market
Olufon of Afon's Palace
Asa LGA Council HQ
Visit the weekly market
Explore the surrounding farmland
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Local bukas serve Yoruba dishes.
Where to drink?
Zobo and bottled drinks.
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Most visitors stay in Ilorin, 20 min north.
What should you buy?
Yam, cassava, maize, and vegetables.
Where to go next?
- Ilorin — 20 min north
- Igbaja — 30 min south
- Offa — 45 min south-east
Nearby in Kwara
More places to explore around Afon.
Guide content as of June 2026. Portions adapted from Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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