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Borno State, Nigeria
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Benisheikh (also spelled Beni Sheik or Beni Sheikh) is a small town in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State, in northeastern Nigeria. It lies along the important Maiduguri–Damaturu highway and serves as a key transit point between Borno and Yobe States.
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By plane
There is no airport in Benisheikh. The nearest airport is in Maiduguri International Airport MIU. From there, road transport is required.
Benisheikh is a small town, and most places can be reached on foot. Motorcycles (okada) are commonly used for short distances within the town, depending on local security regulations.
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