Maiduguri to Makurdi

Updated: March 14, 2024 12:24 AM

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Maiduguri to Makurdi - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of both Maiduguri and Makurdi is English. However, Hausa is the most widely spoken language in Maiduguri, while Tiv is the most widely spoken language in Makurdi.

Currency

The official currency of Nigeria is the naira (₦). Both Maiduguri and Makurdi use the naira.

Distance

The distance between Maiduguri and Makurdi is approximately 600 kilometers (373 miles).

How to Reach

There are a few ways to get from Maiduguri to Makurdi.

• By air: There are no direct flights from Maiduguri to Makurdi. However, you can fly from Maiduguri to Abuja and then take a connecting flight to Makurdi.
• By road: The most common way to get from Maiduguri to Makurdi is by road. There are a number of buses that run between the two cities. The journey takes approximately 12 hours.
• By train: There is no train service between Maiduguri and Makurdi.

Expenses

The cost of getting from Maiduguri to Makurdi will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

• By air: The cost of a flight from Maiduguri to Abuja is approximately ₦20,000. The cost of a connecting flight from Abuja to Makurdi is approximately ₦15,000.
• By road: The cost of a bus ticket from Maiduguri to Makurdi is approximately ₦5,000.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Makurdi is during the dry season, which runs from November to April. During this time, the weather is pleasant and there is less chance of rain.

What to Eat

There are a number of delicious dishes that you can try in Makurdi.

• Acha (a type of millet porridge)
• Akara (bean cakes)
• Suya (grilled meat)
• Amala (a type of yam porridge)
• Egusi soup (a soup made with melon seeds)

Where to Go

There are a number of interesting places to visit in Makurdi.

• The Makurdi Museum
• The Makurdi Zoo
• The Benue State University
• The Wurukum Market
• The Idahosa National Stadium

FAQ

• What is the population of Makurdi?
• The population of Makurdi is approximately 500,000.
• What is the climate of Makurdi?
• The climate of Makurdi is tropical. The average temperature is 27 degrees Celsius (80 degrees Fahrenheit). The dry season runs from November to April, while the rainy season runs from May to October.
• What is the economy of Makurdi?
• The economy of Makurdi is based on agriculture, trade, and tourism.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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