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Nigeria > Benue State
Benue State
Capital |
Makurdi. |
Size of State |
33,398 Sq Km. |
Year of creation |
1976. |
Slogan |
Food Basket of the Nation. |
Population |
2.8 Million. |
Major
ethnic groups |
Tiv, Idoma, Igede, Etulo, Jukun, Hausa, Akwueya, Reyiton |
Main towns |
Gboko, Katsina_Ala, Otukp, Ida, Dekina, Ankpa, Aliade, Vaneikya. |
Resources |
Coal, Limestone, Petroleum, Tin,
Columbite, Coffee, Rice. |
Points of Interest
Outstanding feature
Tourist attraction |
Enchanting scenic view of the Rivers Niger and Benue confluence. Ushango Hills. Enemebia Falls, Kwaghir theatrical display, Ingongh Dance, Alekwu masquerade Ogagany Dance, Pleasant beaches, numerous fishing festivals. |
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