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Benue State
“Food Basket of the Nation”
North Central Zone
Since 1976
23 LGAs
Key Information
Capital City
Makurdi
Governor
Hyacinth Alia
Deputy Governor
Sam Ode
Date Created
February 3, 1976
Geopolitical Zone
North Central
Area
34,059 km²
Estimated Population
~5.5 million (est.)
Senatorial Districts
3
About Benue State
Benue is named after the Benue River and is famous for yam, cassava, and livestock. Makurdi hosts a major bridge over the Benue. The state is home to Tiv, Idoma, Igede, and other groups, with vibrant traditional festivals and a strong agricultural economy.
Local Government Areas (23)
Ado
Agatu
Apa
Buruku
Gboko
Guma
Gwer East
Gwer West
Katsina-Ala
Konshisha
Kwande
Logo
Makurdi
Obi
Ogbadibo
Ohimini
Oju
Okpokwu
Otukpo
Tarka
Ukum
Ushongo
Vandeikya
Other North Central States
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