page_title: Lokoja
section_title: Markets
hierarchical_section_title: Lokoja / Markets
caption_attribution_description: English: this photo-shot showcases early morning market place startup on a market day in Lokoja, Kogi state Nigeria This is an image of "African people at work" from Nigeria
context_page_description: Lokoja is a city in Nigeria. It lies at the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers and is the capital of Kogi State. While the Oworo, Bassa kwomu Bassa Nge, Igala and Ebira are indigenous to the area, other ethnic groups of Nigeria, including the Igbo, Bini/Edo, Tiv, and Nupe, have recently established themselves.
context_section_description: Lokoja has three major markets: New Market (International Market); Old Market; and Kpata Market. Kpata Market and New Market have their market day every Five Days. The essential products sold in these markets are grains, vegetables and general household items.
caption: Market place in Lokoja
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