{"id":83545,"date":"2023-07-25T04:17:46","date_gmt":"2023-07-25T03:17:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buzznigeria.com\/?p=83545"},"modified":"2023-07-25T04:17:49","modified_gmt":"2023-07-25T03:17:49","slug":"tribes-in-benue-state-and-what-the-state-is-known-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buzznigeria.com\/tribes-in-benue-state-and-what-the-state-is-known-for\/","title":{"rendered":"Tribes in Benue State and What The State Is Known For"},"content":{"rendered":"
The major tribes in Benue State include Tiv, Idoma, Igede, Akweya, Jukun, Etulo, Abakpa, Agatu, and Nyifon. Benue State is located in Nigeria’s North-Central region and is known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse ethnic groups.<\/strong><\/p>\n
The Tiv people are known for their agricultural prowess, while the Idoma and Igede are known for their rich history, festivals, and traditional practices. The Jukun people, on the other hand, have a rich cultural heritage, including unique dressing and festivals. The Abakpa people, Agatu, and Nyifon are primarily farmers and known for their iron smelting and blacksmithing skills. The estimated number of tribes in Benue State is over 20. This article will tell you more about them.<\/p>\n
List of Tribes in Benue State<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Below is a list of some of the significant tribes in Benue State.<\/p>\n
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Tiv<\/li>\n
Idoma<\/li>\n
Igede<\/li>\n
Etulo<\/li>\n
Abakwa<\/li>\n
Jukun<\/li>\n
Gatam<\/li>\n
Ufia<\/li>\n
Utonkon<\/li>\n
Alago<\/li>\n
Agbo<\/li>\n
Akurmi<\/li>\n
Fulani<\/li>\n
Igedde<\/li>\n
Iyala<\/li>\n
Mbada<\/li>\n
Nzorov<\/li>\n
Oju<\/li>\n
Okpokwu<\/li>\n
Ijigban<\/li>\n
Igbo<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
What Is Benue State Known For?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Benue state is known for the following:<\/p>\n
Food Basket of the Nation:<\/strong> Benue State is often referred to as the “Food Basket of the Nation” due to its significant agricultural productivity. The state is known for its vast arable land and favorable climate for the cultivation of crops such as yam, rice, cassava, and soybeans.<\/p>\n