Makurdi
Makurdi, the capital of Benue State in central Nigeria, sits along the Benue River in a region known as the food basket of the nation, with agriculture shaping much of the city's character. Two bridges — a railway bridge dating to 1932 and a dual carriageway opened in 1978 — span the river, dividing the city between north and south banks. Visitors come for local cuisine, dance, and cultural events rather than resort-style accommodation.
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- Population390,000
- Nearest water from center 2.2 km1.4 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 30 km19 mi
Nearest airports
Makurdi: quick answers
Where is Makurdi?
Makurdi is in Nigeria.
How do you get to Makurdi?
The nearest airport is Makurdi (MDI), about 35 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Makurdi?
The warmest month is March, averaging 31°C89°F across day and night; the coolest is August, at 26°C78°F. The wettest month is August, with about 222 mm8.7 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Makurdi?
OpenStreetMap lists 1 place of worship within 2 km of the centre.