5 reasons you should drop everything and head to Owerri now

Most travelers tend to visit major cities like
Lagos, Abuja, or Port Harcourt when visiting
Nigeria and those destinations are popular for
very good reasons. The popularity of these
widely held locations, however, tends to make
the places feel touristy and that is not
attractive to the class of travelers who like to
branch out and instead, go to places that do
not feel quite so trodden upon. If you
categorize yourself in this second group of
travelers, we at Jumia Travel believe that
Owerri is a perfect choice for you.
At the moment, Owerri still gives off a fresh
and newly discovered vibe, but as the tourist
infrastructure inevitably grows, it will become
a must-visit like the other popular
destinations within the country. Don’t you
think it is worth trying to plan a trip before
that happens? Read on to discover 5 reasons
you should drop everything and head toOwerri
now.
It is Budget-Friendly
Actually, Owerri is more than budget-friendly.
With basic accommodation for less than NGN
10,000 per night, local food for less than
N500 a plate and cheap transportation, you
can spend a lot of time in the city for very
little. With the current state of the economy,
you may want to take your “me-cation” at this
destination.
Friendly locals
The locals in Owerri are beautiful people and
not just in terms of looks. They are passionate
and genuine, which reflects in almost
everything they do. A majority are also
extremely friendly and would be excited to get
to know you more, learn about your culture
and even share theirs with you. Even so, if you
need help most locals will try their best to
direct you in the right direction. Of course,
watch your belongings and use common
sense, though.
Your taste buds will awaken
“Ofe Owerri”, a native soup of the Owerri
people is regarded as one of the tastiest in the
country. So many songs have been sung
about it and for good reason too. A visit to
Owerri will leave you wanting to stop in every
restaurant and bukkas you see. Their eateries
have a variety of meals and delicacies to suit
a wide variety of pallets…and the great thing
is that they are all usually affordable.
The eastern culture is vibrant, but also safe
and easy
Owerri is located in the eastern part of Nigeria
and as such shares the Igbo culture which is
prevalent in the area. Indigenous culture is
visible around town and visitors can witness
locals adorned in cultural attires, taste
traditional foods and learn about ancient
customs. While some practice the traditional
religion, Owerri is famously secular and so
anyone can observe their own culture and
religion too ,while in the city, without any
restriction. Cultural festivals, like the
indigenous New Yam festival, are also still
celebrated.
You stand a chance to discover the unknown.
Due to the general misconception that Owerri
is “dangerous” as you can be kidnapped or
badly mugged, it is not very popular with
travelers. Thus, Owerri is a paradise waiting to
be discovered and explored, devoid (for now)
of huge tourist crowds.