Riyom

Plateau, Nigeria

About Riyom

Riyom is a town in Plateau State, the headquarters of Riyom local government area. It lies in a scenic highland area of the Jos Plateau with dramatic rocky hills, deep valleys, and cool temperatures. Riyom is a centre for the Berom people and their cultural traditions, including the annual Nzem Berom festival. The town's economy is based on Irish potato, maize, and vegetable farming, as well as tourism drawn by the area's natural beauty and hiking trails.

Planning Riyom? Tell us your dates and we’ll tailor the trip.

Ask on WhatsApp

How to reach

By Plane

Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) is about 50 km north-east.

By Train

By Car / Road

Riyom is west of Jos on the Jos–Bokkos road, about 1 hour from Jos. Buses and taxis serve the route.

Okada serve the town.

Things to do

  • Riyom Hills — dramatic rocky formations and scenic valleys

  • Nzem Berom festival grounds

  • Riyom Market

  • Hike the Riyom Hills — one of the most scenic areas on the Jos Plateau

  • Attend the Nzem Berom festival — Berom cultural celebration

  • Photography — the landscape is stunning

Planning Riyom? Want these on a customised itinerary?

Ask on WhatsApp

Food & Dining

Plateau cuisine at local bukas.

Cafes & Nightlife

Tea and bottled drinks.

Planning Riyom? We’ll book the stays and dining for you.

Ask on WhatsApp

Places to Stay

Guesthouses from ₦3,000–5,000.

What to buy

Irish potatoes, maize, and local crafts.

Go next

  • Jos — 1 hr north-east
  • Bokkos — 30 min south
  • Mangu — 45 min south-east

Nearby in Plateau

More places to explore around Riyom.

Contact Us

Get in touch with us.

Or connect over Whatsapp

Connect Over Whatsapp