Benue State Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Benue State
Benue State's slogan is "Food basket of the nation", and the major occupation in the state is farming. The state is known for exporting food to other states in Nigeria. Popularly grown crops include: oranges, mangoes, sweet potatoes, cassava, soya bean, guinea corn, flax, yams, sesame, rice, groundnuts, and palm trees. It is inhabited predominantly by the Tiv, Idoma, Igede and Etulo peoples. Benue State possesses a rich and diverse cultural heritage which finds expression in colourful cloths, exotic masquerades, supplicated music and dances. Traditional dances from Benue State have won acclaim at national and international cultural festivals. The most popular of these dances include Ingyough, Ange, Anchanakupa, Swange and Ogirinya.
Where to Eat in Benue State
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Lady F Restaurant
- 🍴Sena restaurant
Benue State Travel Guide Sections
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