About Kogi
At Lokoja the Niger and Benue meet in a broad silver Y — Nigeria's geographic crossroads, layered with colonial-era history on Mount Patti.
Things to do
- Confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers, Lokoja
- Mount Patti viewpoint
- Lord Lugard's colonial residence
- Lokoja's old market and riverfront
Experiences
- Stand above the great river confluence
- Climb Mount Patti for the classic panorama
- Explore Lokoja's colonial relics
Food & flavour
- fresh confluence fish and pounded yam
Getting there & practical notes
- Suggested trip: 2–3 days
- Lokoja lies on the Abuja–Lokoja expressway, roughly 2–3 hours from the capital
- Combine with a Niger State loop
Transport and service details change — always confirm current schedules and travel advice before you travel.
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