Benue State Postal Codes

Complete List Of Benue State Postal Codes

This is the comprehensive list of Benue State zip codes In 2023, Including Makurdi, Otukpo, Gboko, Ogbadibo, Okpokwu, and Vandeikya postcodes.

Benue State is divided into twenty-three (23) Local Government Areas, and per LGA has its own postal code. So, the zip code in Benue State varies from 970001 to 982112.

In this post, I will provide a complete list of Benue postal codes, plus all the 23 Local Government Areas with their zip codes. Let’s learn.

SEE ALSO: Nigeria Postal Codes

Run-Through Of Benue State

Benue State is in the middle part of Nigeria, and around 4.2 million people lived there as of the 2006 census. The state has a history that goes back to the early 1900s when it was called Munshi Province. It became Benue in 1918, and later, in 1976, it became its state, separate from Benue-Plateau State.

Benue State shares its borders with Nasarawa State, Taraba State, Kogi State, Enugu State, and Ebonyi and Cross River State. It also has a border with Cameroon to the southeast. The majority of people living in Benue are from the Tiv, Idoma, and Igede ethnic groups.

Some smaller groups like the Etulo, Igbo, and Jukun also live there. Benue State is mostly known for its agriculture. Agriculture is super important there, providing jobs for over 70% of the people.

In fact, Benue is a big source of food for Nigeria. A few of the crops they grow are used to make money, like soybeans, rice, and peanuts.

Others, like palm oil, melon, and African pear, are also grown for food. They raise animals too, like cattle, pork, poultry, and goats, but not cows for milk.

However, one amazing thing in Benue is the Zaki Ibiam International Yam Market, the biggest market for a single product in Nigeria.

Makurdi, which is the capital, is the biggest town in Benue, and It’s divided into two parts by the River Benue. The southern region has areas like Central Ward, Old GRA, and others.

The northern region has the Federal University of Agriculture and some other important places. Makurdi has warm weather most of the year, but it can be cooler from November to January during the Harmattan season.

A friend even told me that the Benue River is a great place for relaxing coupled with the Makurdi Moratorium which has interesting animals.

Benue State Postal Codes By Address

Benue State Postal Codes By LGA

Post Office Locations In Benue State

It is very important to know all these post office locations in Benue State because of any necessities. So below are all the locations.

FAQ

●     What Is Benue State Postal Code?

In Benue State, postal codes vary depending on the area. For instance, the postal code for Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, is 970001 – 972281.

●     What Is The Postal Code For Makurdi?

Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, has two postal codes: For the main part of Makurdi (the city itself), the postal code is 970001 – 972281. But If you’re in the rural areas around Makurdi, the postal code is 970101.

●     Which Tribe Is The Largest In Benue State?

The largest tribe in Benue State is the Tiv. The Tiv people, sometimes also referred to as Tivi, have a unique history. They originally migrated from southern Africa.

Traveling through the south-central and west-central parts of Africa before settling in the savannah plains of West Africa. Today, they make up a significant part of the population in Benue State.

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