Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has reduced the price of fertiliser to N28,000 per bag, subsidising half the cost to support farmers and enhance agricultural production.

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has sworn in Justice Christine Ende as a Judge of the Benue State High Court, emphasizing that her appointment will boost the state’s justice system.

Lecturers at Benue State University have commenced an indefinite strike to protest unpaid promotion arrears, pension, and other welfare issues.

A severe windstorm and heavy rainfall have caused widespread destruction in Obi Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria, leading to fatalities, destroyed homes, and damaged infrastructure. Residents are mourning losses and lamenting the impact on their communities.

The Benue State Police Command has arrested seven individuals suspected of kidnapping and armed robbery in various operations across the state, recovering rifles and a stolen vehicle.

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria has charged Benue varsity nursing graduates to uphold professional conduct and ethical standards in their practice.

During the Benue APC Primaries, voters have reportedly removed several Senators and Representatives from their positions due to dissatisfaction with their performance.

Lawrence Onoja Jnr and others are challenging Blessing Onuh's victory in the Benue APC primary for Otukpo/Ohinmini, citing allegations of hijacked materials and irregularities.

Angry youths in Benue South, Nigeria, are protesting persistent killings in their community, disrupting political activities and demanding urgent government action.

Benue State in Nigeria has significantly increased its monthly Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) from N700 million to over N3 billion under Governor Hyacinth Alia's administration, with a target of N80 billion.

A commissioner in Benue State, Nigeria, suggests that local governments can thrive by generating their own revenue rather than depending on federal allocations.

Benue State launches Lenacapavir, a new twice-yearly injectable drug for HIV prevention, offering a discreet and effective option to fight high prevalence. Read More:…

Eight individuals have died in Benue, Nigeria, following a suspected cult attack in the community.

Suspected armed herdsmen have attacked commuters on the Naka-Agagbe road in Benue State, Nigeria, abducting a woman and injuring others.

Suspected armed herdsmen reportedly took over the Gyungu Aze-Yogbo road in Mbayer/Yandev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area, Benue state, attacking commuters and severely injuring a female passenger.

Benue State in Nigeria is collaborating with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to enhance disaster preparedness and strengthen local emergency management in its communities.

Four people have been killed in an ambush and attack in Agatu, Benue State, Nigeria.

Displaced residents in Benue State have voiced strong opposition to the allocation of their farmlands to a mining company. They are demanding that their ancestral lands, currently designated for mining, be returned to them for agricultural use.

Germany has reaffirmed its commitment to assist Nigeria in addressing its insecurity crisis and urged for urgent protection and support for residents in Benue State.

Suspected armed herders carried out an attack in Benue State, Nigeria, killing six people and injuring others, part of an escalating pattern of violence in the region.

The attacks, which reportedly began over the weekend and continued into Monday afternoon, have thrown the community and surrounding settlements into panic, forcing many residents to flee their…

Gunmen ambushed a group of mourners in Benue, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of three people. Additionally, two individuals were abducted during the attack.

A political analyst stated that critics of Governor Alia are 'labouring in vain' as the people of Benue have already decided their support for him ahead of the 2027 elections. Reconciliation efforts have reportedly taken place across grassroots communities, bringing back members who were previously misled.

Terrorist groups have exploited religious gatherings in Nigeria, attacking worshippers during Easter services in Benue, Plateau, and Kaduna. Violence also struck shortly after evening prayers during Ramadan in Ngoshe and other North-east communities.

Suspected herdsmen carried out a late-night attack in Agatu, Benue State, killing a monarch and several others, and injuring many, causing residents to flee.

Ben Agir, a National Youth Service Corps member, was allegedly beaten to death by a community vigilante group in the Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria.

The Benue state government in Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting children and vulnerable groups from malaria, preparing for a 2026 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention campaign.

A JAMB candidate shares a harrowing account of their kidnapping ordeal in Benue, Nigeria, detailing poor conditions, lack of food, and physical abuse.

Abducted JAMB candidates and other individuals in Benue State, Nigeria, have reportedly regained their freedom in the early hours of Sunday, though official details of their rescue remain undisclosed.

A family has raised fresh concerns after two teenage brothers were identified among 14 passengers abducted by gunmen along the Makurdi–Otukpo road in Benue, Nigeria, as police continue efforts to rescue the victims.

The crisis within the Benue State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has intensified after a faction suspended the newly elected chairman and several other members. This move further deepens the internal conflict within the party.

Nine residents were killed in Edikwu Ankpali, Apa LGA, as renewed attacks deepen insecurity in Benue, Nigeria, prompting residents to demand urgent action.

Gabriel Suswam, a former governor of Benue State, has announced his intention to contest for the Benue North-East Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general elections under the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform.

The media team for the Sultan of Sokoto refuted a circulating social media post that used an AI-generated image to falsely link the Sultan to the crisis in Benue State.

Dr. Amina Mohammed, the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, visited Benue State in Nigeria, advocating for stronger peacebuilding efforts, inclusive development, and deeper collaboration between global partners and subnational governments.

Four people, including an elderly man and his two sons, were killed in a suspected witchcraft-related attack in the Imande-Dem community of Benue State, Nigeria, prompting a local government chairman to order a probe.

Amnesty International has criticized authorities following an attack in Benue, Nigeria, where gunmen killed 17 residents, injured dozens, and set homes ablaze during Easter celebrations.

The office of the Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, Comrade Abba Moro, has dismissed a purported zoning arrangement announced by a group known as the…

Samuel Ortom, the immediate past Governor of Benue State, has dismissed circulating social media claims that he intends to contest the Benue North-West Senatorial seat in 2027, labeling the reports false and misleading.

The Labour Party in Nigeria's Benue State has formally recognized Chief Philip Agbese, a federal representative, as the undisputed leader of the party within the state, with promises of a strong comeback in 2027.

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has publicly stated that he has not endorsed any candidate for elective positions in the 2027 elections, cautioning aspirants against using his name to seek support.

Armed herdsmen attacked the Yelewata community in Benue, Nigeria, injuring two people. The incident follows a previous incursion on June 13, 2025, which reportedly claimed over 200 lives.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) announced that 85% of confirmed Lassa fever cases this year are concentrated in five states: Bauchi, Ondo, Taraba, Benue, and Edo, according to its latest situation report for Epidemiological Week 10.

Benue State in Nigeria is experiencing a tragic situation where armed miners are launching attacks, seizing farmlands, and causing forced relocation of residents.

The Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JED) and the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) have explained that Nigerian states are experiencing a power supply drop due to reduced national grid allocation and gas shortages, affecting electricity volume available for distribution.

Suspected armed herdsmen have reportedly taken control of seven communities in Benue State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of four people and several injuries.

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has assured Nigerians at home and abroad that the state is recovering, highlighting progress in security, education, healthcare, and economic revitalization, and inviting investment.

Before the sun rises over the plains of Benue, the camps stir. Not with the rhythm of village life, but with the uneasy movement of people who have nowhere else to go. The post IDP Camp Residents to…

The Council of Christian Elders in Benue State has presented the former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC, Dr. Tor Uja as its preferred governorship candidate in the coming 2027 general elections. The post 2027: Benue Christian Elders present ex-NCPC boss as consensus candidate appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Benue State Government has commenced training for 300 personnel of its Civil Protection Guards and has expressed support for the establishment of state police.

A group called Kunav Progressive Academics has dismissed a petition submitted by some governorship aspirants from Vandeikya Local Government Area of Benue State to Catholic Bishops, describing it as politically motivated ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Nigerian Presidency and Benue State Police are intensifying collaboration to tackle banditry and farmer-herder clashes, aiming to restore peace in vulnerable communities in Nigeria's North Central region.

“The victims were released when it was apparent troops had closed in on the kidnappers, leaving no room for them to manoeuvre." The post Nigeria Army rescues five kidnapped persons, seizes weapons in Benue – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia condemns a recent deadly attack on farmers, tasking security operatives to rescue an abducted girl and find missing vill Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-gov-calls-for-rescue-of-abducted-girl-missing-villagers/

The spokesperson pointed out that the aim was to track down those responsible for the attack and apprehend them. The post 6 cashew farmers killed in Benue – Police appeared first on Vanguard News.

Thugs in Benue State abducted a mortuary attendant, disrupting a planned mass burial for victims of a recent bandit attack in the Kwande Local Government Area.

A mass burial for victims of a bandit attack in Benue State was disrupted when thugs abducted a mortuary attendant, causing widespread outrage.

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has appointed Eunice Ogbenyi as the acting Head of Service for the state.

The Nigerian Army successfully killed four suspected bandits and rescued two kidnap victims during operations conducted in Benue and Taraba states. The military's actions targeted criminal elements in the region.

The Labour Party has unveiled its female deputy governorship candidate in Benue, while also announcing an ace broadcaster as its governorship candidate in Akwa Ibom for the 2027 elections. These announcements mark key steps in the party's electoral preparations.

The governorship primary election of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Benue State has been plunged into controversy, with the Joseph Waya Campaign Organisation rejecting the outcome due to alleged widespread irregularities.

Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia marked his third anniversary in office, declaring that the state is experiencing renewed hope and progress despite ongoing challenges.

Former Benue Speaker Hyacinth Dajoh and 36 other consensus candidates have successfully picked PDP House of Assembly tickets for the upcoming elections in Nigeria.

The Benue APC governorship primary has been criticized as a disgrace to democracy, even as party leaders like Akume urge unity before the presidential primary.

Nearly 400 families residing in the Makurdi Mobile Police (Mopol) Barracks in Benue State, Nigeria, are reportedly forced to drink from a pond due to a lack of basic amenities, highlighting severe living conditions.

Seven members of the House of Representatives from Benue State, including Majority Leader Farouk Lawan, have reportedly lost their tickets in the recent primaries. This outcome signals significant shifts in the political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.

Frontline governorship aspirant Dr Raymond Edoh has led hundreds of his supporters and political associates in defecting from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) in Benue State.

Local government workers in Benue State, Nigeria, have commenced a 14-day warning strike to demand the payment of outstanding salary arrears and other unmet welfare commitments.

Benue State police have arrested 11 suspected cultists in connection with a deadly targeted attack in Makurdi that resulted in the deaths of eight people.

The Turan Development Association (TUDA) has announced an indefinite suspension of all mining activities across Turan land in Benue State, citing growing insecurity and other concerns.

ADC chieftain Peter Adejoh has officially declared his candidacy for the 2027 Benue governorship election in Nigeria, vowing to unseat the incumbent governor, Hyacinth Alia.

Four people were killed in a fresh attack on a community in Benue State, Nigeria. Suspected herders are believed to be responsible for the deadly incident.

The Head of Service for Benue State, Nigeria, has passed away.

Three people were killed and two others abducted after armed men attacked mourners returning from a burial in the Ushongo Local Government Area of Benue, Nigeria.

Benue State has activated its Emergency Response Centres to prepare for a potential COVID-19 outbreak after a case was reported in the neighboring Cross River State.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned against and faulted calls to suspend political campaigns in Borno, Benue, Plateau, and other northern states. He emphasized the importance of continuing democratic activities ahead of the 2027 elections.

As insecurity escalates across Nigeria, marked by recurring killings in Plateau, Benue, and other states, former PFN President Omobude urges the government to act decisively against perpetrators.

A traditional ruler, his wife, son, and two other individuals were killed by gunmen during a recent attack in Benue state, Nigeria.

Police in Benue State have confirmed the arrest of two individuals suspected of involvement in the killing of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Benjamin Msughaondo.

A serving corps member, Ben Agir, was reportedly beaten to death by a local vigilante group in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria, sparking public outrage.

Police in Nigeria's Benue state successfully rescued 18 passengers, including eight students, who were abducted from a bus last week. Seven suspects have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping.

Benue State Governor Alia has confirmed that UTME candidates are among the victims of a recent abduction, with police making arrests in connection to the incident. Conflicting accounts regarding the number of victims have emerged from various authorities.

Suspected armed herders killed five people in a fresh attack on the Tse Ameen community in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria.

The Governor of Benue State, Nigeria, has urged the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to reschedule the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for candidates who were recently kidnapped.

Outrage erupted in Benue state, Nigeria, after a mortician was arrested for allegedly using a human leg from a corpse as a walking stick. The incident has sparked significant public outcry in the community.

Nigerian police successfully rescued several abducted passengers in separate operations across Benue and Kogi states. These efforts also led to the arrest of multiple suspects involved in the highway abductions.

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke successfully rescued two kidnapped victims in Ukum LGA, Benue, amidst intensified security operations in the state.

Two people were reportedly killed during an attack by suspected herders or gunmen on a community in Benue State. The incident caused fear and casualties among residents.

Suspected armed herders attacked communities in Benue State, Nigeria, resulting in the death of a mobile police officer and 13 other individuals during an attempt to repel the assault.

A Benue lawmaker has announced his intention to seek re-election, citing the experience gained as a first-time legislator as a basis for providing improved representation to his constituency.

An Abuja cleric has called for increased police recruitment, stating that Nigeria is under-policed, which contributes to unabated attacks on Christian communities in the North.

The death toll from an armed herdsmen attack on Agena community in Benue State, Nigeria, has risen to 11 after two more bodies were recovered.

Gunmen attacked a village in Benue state, central Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of at least 17 residents. Benue is part of a region in Africa's most populous country frequently plagued by deadly incidents.

At least nine people are dead after suspected armed herders launched an attack on communities in Gwer East, Benue State, during a busy market day. Read More:…

The Inspector-General of Police has deployed tactical teams and 14 Police Mobile Force units, totaling 250 personnel, to reinforce security in Benue State ahead of Easter celebrations.

The Benue and Bauchi State Governments have commenced the evacuation of their indigenes studying at the University of Jos (UNIJOS) following recent deadly attacks and security concerns in the Plateau region.

Governor Alia of Benue State, Nigeria, has approved a one-week Easter holiday for all public and civil servants across the state, commencing from Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has ordered its Benue State Command to investigate an incident of schoolgirl abuse at Seat of Wisdom Secondary School in Aliade, Benue State, Nigeria.

The chairman of Ado Local Government Area in Benue State, Nigeria, revealed that the armed gang responsible for abducting nine worshippers at St. John’s Catholic Church, Ojije, originated from a neighboring state.

Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE in Nigeria have successfully rescued a kidnapped victim and arrested two suspects during coordinated operations in parts of Benue State.

Security officials from Benue, Kaduna, Katsina, and Plateau states in Nigeria have united to combat cross-border insecurity, pledging enhanced collaboration and early warning systems.

Tension has gripped parts of Agatu Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State, Nigeria, following the killing of a local woodcutter and farm operator by suspected armed herdsmen. The victim was identified as an indigene of Enungba.

Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom has advised traditional rulers to avoid partisan politics and called on his kinsmen to unite for the development of their community.

“The earlier those who want to resign tender their resignation letters, the better, as it will give me a clear direction to get other hands that will fill the position for continuation,” he said. The…

Benue State Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr Paul Ogwuche, on Tuesday said the number of suspected Lassa fever cases in the state has risen to 383, with 47 confirmed positive.

—Driven by hike in prices of beans, yam flour, others —Kogi, Benue, Anambra record highest headline food inflation rates; Katsina, Imo, Ebonyi lowest By Elizabeth Adegbesan LAGOS — Nigeria’s annual food inflation rate reversed a six-month downward trend, rising to 12.2 per cent in February, from 8.89 per cent in January, driven by prices of beans, […] The post After 6-month break, food inflation resumes upward climb, rises 12.12% ———– 5 Lead Story appeared first on Vanguard News.

Stakeholders in Benue State, Nigeria, have called for collective action to address misinformation, disinformation, and hate speech as part of efforts to strengthen peace and social cohesion in the state.

The CEO of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Pius Akutah, has urged former Governor Ortom and leaders of the Benue PDP to support President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid for state development.

ASUU made its position known in a communique issued on Saturday in Makurdi and signed by the branch secretary, Daniel Chile. The post Benue varsity ASUU threatens strike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke apprehended a suspected attacker in Benue's Guma LGA following an assault on a local resident.

A witness said the victims, mostly women and youths, were gathering fallen cashew nuts after rainfall when attackers opened fire. The post Terrorists kill 15 villagers harvesting cashew in Benue community appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

At least 15 people were reportedly killed and several injured in an attack by suspected armed herdsmen on the Ojantele community in Nigeria's Benue State.

The Federal Government, under President Bola Tinubu, is working to restore permanent peace in troubled communities in Benue. Dr. Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement, North Central, has met with security agencies in Benue State to address and end the ongoing crises and killings.

The Labour Party's governorship candidate in Benue State, Nigeria, has announced the selection of a female running mate, emphasizing a commitment to promoting women's inclusion in governance.

Suspected armed herdsmen reportedly killed three persons, injured several others, and abducted commuters in separate attacks on communities and a police checkpoint in Otukpo Local Government Area, Benue State.

Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, has called for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State following recent party primaries.

Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed confidence that Hamzat would sustain and build upon the developmental strides achieved in Lagos, speaking during the APC primaries.

Former Governor Gabriel Suswam has won the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary for Benue North East, defeating the incumbent, with other candidates also securing victories in different districts.

81 aspirants, including Regina Akume and Blessing Onuh, are contesting in the Benue APC primaries for House of Representatives tickets amidst party unity efforts.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the registration of more than 184,000 new voters in Benue State during the first and second phases of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise.

Benue State, which carries Nigeria's highest HIV treatment burden, has launched Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, as part of its strategy to end AIDS by 2030.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, Nigeria, has disqualified 59 aspirants from contesting the party’s forthcoming House of Assembly primaries due to alleged non-compliance.

The Agatu Indigenous Youth Association (AIYA) has called for the immediate withdrawal of military Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) personnel from Agatu Local Government Area of Benue state, alleging inefficiency and failure to respond to intelligence.

Despite a significant security budget of N41.85 billion, Benue state government spent only 0.3% of it in the first quarter of 2026, amidst a rise in killings across the state.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State has praised President Bola Tinubu for initiating a peace and reconciliation meeting held recently in Makurdi.

A reconciliation meeting between Governor Hyacinth Alia and SGF George Akume has reportedly eased factional disputes within the Benue State chapter of the APC, though they remain divided on automatic tickets.

At least four people were killed and several others injured in Aila community, Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria, following an ambush by suspected armed herdsmen.

Residents of Logo Local Government Area in Benue State, Nigeria, have raised alarms over a significant influx of armed Fulani herdsmen into the Gaambe-Tiev axis, leading to heightened tensions in affected communities.

Suspected armed herders reportedly killed at least seven people and injured several others in a late-night attack on a Benue community in Logo Local Government Area.

Mrs. Msurshima Iwambe has announced her intention to run for the governorship of Benue state in the 2027 general elections, becoming the first female aspirant to enter the race.

Gunmen on motorcycles attacked a palace in Benue, Nigeria, on Thursday night, killing a traditional ruler and four other occupants.

Police in Benue State, Nigeria, have arrested two suspects in connection with the mob killing of corps member Ben Agir, who was falsely accused of stealing his own motorcycle.

A serving corps member, Ben Agir, was killed by community vigilantes in Buruku, Benue State, Nigeria, after being suspected of motorcycle theft.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has stated that it has not yet engaged in discussions with the People's Redemption Party (PRP) regarding the 2027 elections, prioritizing an ongoing court case. Meanwhile, an ADC aspirant is intensifying consultations with stakeholders in Benue.

Benue and Nasarawa states are leading the North-central region in proposed education funding for 2026, yet all six states in the region still fail to meet Nigeria's 26 percent education budget benchmark.

A lawmaker in Benue, Nigeria, has raised concerns that ongoing insecurity and herdsmen attacks in Agatu LGA could prevent the conduct of the 2027 general elections.

Security operatives successfully rescued the remaining 13 victims abducted from a Benue Links bus in Otukpo, Nigeria, concluding a multi-day search operation.

Nigerian politician Peter Obi has strongly condemned the recent abduction of UTME candidates in Benue State. He also criticized the leadership in connection with the incident, calling for immediate action.

PDP aspirant Terkaa Ucha has joined the 2027 Benue governorship race, expressing concern over the insecurity and hardship faced by residents and pledging to implement key laws if elected.

Gunmen reportedly abducted 14 candidates preparing for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Benue State, Nigeria. The incident has raised concerns about security for students.

US humanitarian worker Alex Barbir has advised Nigerians to protect themselves if the government fails to provide security, particularly in Plateau and Benue states. Barbir denies inciting violence with his statement.

Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia has ordered security agencies to launch coordinated operations to flush out suspected armed herdsmen camps in forests across the state following renewed deadly attacks on rural communities.

Farmers in Benue, Nigeria, are fleeing their communities due to a significant escalation in attacks, as reported by The Guardian Nigeria News.

Suspected armed herders attacked a community in Benue, Nigeria, on Friday afternoon, killing one person on his farm and injuring others. The victim's remains were reportedly mutilated.

A deep political rift between Governor Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Akume is causing divisions within Benue's APC, potentially jeopardizing the 2027 re-election bids of federal lawmakers.

At least 16 people were killed in separate violent incidents across Benue and Kaduna states during Easter celebrations, prompting calls for enhanced security measures.

Nigeria experienced a 'Bloody Easter' with violence reported in Benue and Kaduna states, occurring despite President Tinubu's earlier pledges to improve security.

A governorship aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, Dr Raymond Edoh, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 Benue State governorship election, pledging transformative…

Nine people were killed in a new attack by gunmen in Benue State, Nigeria.

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu has deployed 14 units of specialised forces and 250 tactical personnel to reinforce the Benue Police Command, ensuring security for the Easter period.

The Benue state government has evacuated over 600 students from the University of Jos (UNIJOS) in response to an attack in Plateau state, citing concerns for their safety and welfare.

Mr. Agbese, the deputy spokesperson for Nigeria's House of Representatives, has announced his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Labour Party, attributing the move to growing grassroots support in his constituency and amidst speculation of an APC crisis in Benue.

A farmer in Benue recounted his terrifying encounter with armed herdsmen, stating that their guns failed to fire during the confrontation.

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested several suspects and recovered an AK-47 rifle and ammunition during clearance operations against criminal elements in Nigeria's North Central zone.

A deepening feud within the Benue APC between Governor Alia and SGF Akume has created parallel factions, risking legal battles and the party’s future in 2027, and is anticipated to cause a leadership shake-up in the House of Representatives.

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have launched an intensified pre-wet season farming offensive in Benue State, successfully dismantling criminal networks. The operations led to the neutralization of a suspected bandit and the arrest of several others.

Benue State University has been shut down hours after students staged a protest, blocking the main gate and demanding clarity over the handling of NELFUND payments.

A Nigerian lawmaker suggests strategies to secure Benue State and resolve the humanitarian crisis in its IDP camps, a region severely affected by violent attacks for over a decade.

“We came back to write exams and found our classrooms destroyed,” a school principal said after a windstorm damaged buildings and facilities in Otukpo. The post Benue students sit exams in damaged classrooms after storm tears off school roofs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of inducing defections, asserting that this strategy will not weaken the opposition.

By Peter Duru, Makurdi A two-hour rainstorm has caused widespread destruction in the ancient town of Otukpo in Benue state, leaving homes ruined, electricity installations destroyed, and large parts of the town in darkness. The heavy rainfall, which many residents initially welcomed as the first rain of the year late Friday night, quickly turned into […] The post Benue: Mayor appeals for urgent aid as rainstorm wreaks havoc in Otukpo appeared first on Vanguard News.

A heavy rainstorm has caused significant damage to homes and businesses in Otukpo, Benue State, prompting the local monarch to appeal for urgent government intervention.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) branch at Father Adasu University in Benue has threatened industrial action due to unpaid salary arrears, promotion benefits, and pension irregularities.

The governor expressed deep sorrow over reports of terrorists ambushing innocent farmers in Asaba and Akpete, Benue State, and assured the affected communities of enhanced security measures.

Police have deployed more security operatives to communities in Benue, Nigeria, following attacks by armed herders, with six bodies recovered and patrols intensified to prevent further incidents.

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke killed two suspected terrorists during a Benue raid, recovering an AK-47, 82 SIM cards, and multiple ATM cards. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-kill-20-terrorists-recover-82-sim-cards-in-benue-raid/