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Shakwa, Benue State

Nigeria

City7.2450° N, 8.5322° E

Shakwa is a city in Benue State, Nigeria.

Population—
ProvinceBenue State
Coordinates7.2450° N, 8.5322° E
CountryNigeria

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About Shakwa

At coordinates 7.25° N, 8.53° E, Shakwa lies in the Northern Hemisphere. The city belongs to Benue State in Nigeria.

Cities in Benue State

The Benue State region of Nigeria is home to Shakwa and other cities such as Makurdi, Gboko, Katsina-Ala.

Makurdi390,000Gboko365,000Katsina-Ala36,722Takum24,822Otukpa21,686Igbor17,666Ugbokpo14,218Boju12,814Zaki Biam10,470Aliade10,292

Nearby Cities

The area surrounding Shakwa includes 20 nearby cities and towns.

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BughtaCity
0.7 km
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KyoCity
0.8 km
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Twor AwajirCity
1.4 km
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ItierCity
2 km
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AgaymCity
2.2 km
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AkumeCity
2.4 km
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SaakwaghCity
2.4 km
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YorokpuuCity
2.4 km
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OtojaCity
2.4 km
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DuramCity
2.5 km
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NyamviorCity
2.5 km
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AbaCity
2.5 km
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AganyiCity
2.6 km
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ChokomCity
2.7 km
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AyamfagaCity
2.7 km
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GyeteCity
2.7 km
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WakarCity
2.8 km
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AlakalhCity
2.8 km
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AkanjorCity
2.8 km
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AyongoCity
3 km

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Frequently Asked Questions

What province or state is Shakwa in?

Shakwa is located in Benue State, Nigeria.

Where is Shakwa located?

Shakwa is located at coordinates 7.25° N, 8.53° E in Benue State, Nigeria.

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