Ugbokolo
Benue, Nigeria
Why visit Ugbokolo?
Ugbokolo is a town in central Benue State and the largest town in Okpokwu Local Government Area, whose administrative headquarters sit at Okpoga. Ugbokolo is home to Benue State Polytechnic, the first higher institution established in Idoma Land, and is known for the Ugbokolo Market, a major trading centre for the surrounding Idoma communities. The local population speaks a dialect of Idoma and is predominantly engaged in farming, with citrus fruits, maize, cassava, and groundnuts the main produce.
The climate is tropical with a rainy season from April to October.
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By Plane
The nearest major airport is Makurdi Airport (MDI), about 80 km north.
By Car / Road
Ugbokolo is on the road between Otukpo and Igumale. Local transport from Otukpo takes about 20 mins.
Motorcycle taxis are available.
What are the things to do?
- Ugbokolo Market — a busy market
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Idoma cuisine.
Where to drink?
Water and soft drinks.
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Basic guesthouses.
What should you buy?
The market sells produce and goods.
Where to go next?
- Otukpo — 20 mins east
- Makurdi — 1 hr north
- Oju — 30 mins south-west
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Guide content as of June 2026.
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