Major city · Nigeria
Ijebu Igbo
Spend a half‑day (4–5 h) in Ijebu Igbo; one day is enough for the market, a quick cultural stop and a meal.
Ijebu Igbo is a small Yoruba town about 15 min north of Ijebu Ode. Its main attractions are the local market, a few historic sites and local eateries. A half‑day visit covers the highlights; longer stays are only for deeper cultural immersion.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- NGN
- Best months
- Nov–Mar (dry, cooler)
- avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season, heavy humidity)
- Airport
- LOS
- Nights
- 0–1
Not a trip line yet
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- West Africa ↗Carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate on any West African trip: several countries on the coast road demand it of every arrival, and the rest demand it after you have passed through a neighbour.
- West Africa ↗Cross land borders and drive between cities in daylight only; plan each crossing as a full travel day with cash for fees and passport copies for checkpoints.
- Nigeria ↗Check visa and entry rules for your passport with the Nigeria Immigration Service or a Nigerian mission; most visitors need a visa arranged before travel.
- Nigeria ↗Governments advise against all or all but essential travel to a number of Nigerian states; check your own government's advice for each state on your route.
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ijebu Igbo112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ijebu Igbo, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Nigerian naira (NGN, ₦).Nigeria-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckMTN, Airtel, Glo and 9mobile; SIM registration needs a passport and NIN-style biometric capture — foreigners register at company offices (check).Nigeria-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap.Nigeria-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if service is not added.Nigeria-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets D/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Nigeria-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe during daylight; avoid isolated streets after dark and stay aware of occasional network outages.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and restaurants; carry tissue and hand sanitiser.Nigeria-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSunday mornings are church time in the south; Friday midday prayers in the north.Nigeria-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLOS Murtala Muhammed International Airport (≈1 h 30 min drive to Ijebu Igbo).
- Getting aroundTaxis or motorbike (okada) from Ijebu Ode; roads are paved, travel time ~15 min from Ijebu Ode.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))₦1,200–₦1,800
- Budget bedBudget hotel room, a night, per roomNGN 5,000
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel room, a night, per roomNGN 8,000
- High-end bedBudget hotel room, a night, per roomNGN 12,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NGN 2,000 · Mid NGN 3,500 · High NGN 6,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LOS Murtala Muhammed International Airport (≈1 h 30 min drive to Ijebu Igbo)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Jan (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ijebu Igbo: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jun
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Taxis or motorbike (okada) from Ijebu Ode; roads are paved, travel time ~15 min from Ijebu Ode. No public bus schedule published; arrange pickup via hotel or local guide.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ijebu Ode
goDoor to door: 30 min total
Taxi or shared minibus, ~15 min
Visit Olumo Rock and historic market.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Abidap Hotel International
On Ododoroye Road, basic rooms, price check
North County Hotel
From US$23 per night, on Ododoroye Road
Rolatex Hotel
Sopen Street, check price
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₦2,000–₦3,500 excl. bed
- Mid
- ₦3,500–₦6,000 excl. bed
- High
- ₦6,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel room2 × 3 nights × NGN 8,000 | NGN 48,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × NGN 3,500 | NGN 21,000 |
| Trip total≈ NGN 11,500 per person per day, bed included | NGN 69,000 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Local meal (rice & stew) | ₦500–₦800 |
| Bottled water (500 ml) | ₦50–₦100 |
| Taxi (5 km) | ₦1,200–₦1,800 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Mobile network can be spotty; carry multiple SIMs (MTN, Glo, Airtel, 9mobile).
- Rainy season (Mar–Oct) brings heavy downpours; plan indoor activities.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Medical
- 112
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Si adirẹsi yi, jọwọTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Medical112
Embassy
US consulate in Lagos; check for nearest Nigerian diplomatic mission.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Ijebu Ode → Ijebu Igbo: ≈ ₦1,500, 15 min (check)
Say or show
- Bawo — Hello (bah-woh)
- Ese — Thank you (eh-sheh)
- Elo ni? — How much? (eh-loh nee?)
- Nibo ni ọjà? — Where is the market? (nee-boh nee oh-jah?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ijebu Igbo. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Mar (dry, cooler) · avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season, heavy humidity) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add eSIM guide for Nigeria (link).
- Link to Ogun State page for broader context.
Sources
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