Iperu
Ogun, Nigeria
Why visit Iperu?
Iperu is a historic town in Ogun State, part of the Remo Yoruba area. It is known for the Iperu Remo Palace and its traditional ruler, the Akarigbo of Remo. Iperu is the headquarters of the Remo North local government area and is an agricultural centre for cocoa, kola nut, and cassava. The town celebrates the annual Remo Day festival. Iperu is also known for its traditional weaving and textile crafts.
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By Plane
The nearest major airport is Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, about 70 km south-west.
By Car / Road
Iperu is on the Lagos–Ibadan expressway, about 1 hour north of Lagos. Buses from Lagos and Ibadan pass through.
Keke and okada serve the town.
What are the things to do?
Iperu Remo Palace — the seat of the Akarigbo of Remo
Remo Day festival grounds
Iperu Market
Attend Remo Day — the annual cultural celebration
Visit the traditional palace
Shop for traditional textiles
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Remo Yoruba cuisine.
Where to drink?
Zobo and bottled drinks.
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Guesthouses from ₦3,000–5,000.
What should you buy?
Aso-oke (handwoven cloth) and other traditional textiles.
Where to go next?
- Sagamu — 20 min east
- Lagos — 1 hr south-west
- Ibadan — 1.5 hr north
Nearby in Ogun
More places to explore around Iperu.
Guide content as of June 2026. Portions adapted from Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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