Benue State
Gov Alia Accuses Politicians of Backing Terror Attacks in Benue
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has made serious allegations against some sitting members of the National Assembly, claiming they are complicit in orchestrating violent attacks across the state. He described the situation as deeply alarming and unacceptable, indicating that a judicial panel’s interim findings have already implicated several influential figures. Speaking during an interview […]
Suspected Herdsmen Abduct Female Passengers
Several female passengers were abducted by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen after they hijacked a Benue Links commercial vehicle along the Owukpa–Orokam road in Ogbadibo Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident occurred on the evening of Saturday, May 31, around 7 p.m., near the Eyiupi community. The victims were returning from the Orba […]
Many Feared Dead in Fresh Benue Attack, Residents Flee.
Apart from those who were killed, hundreds of residents were fleeing the community out of fear During the invasion that took place on Tuesday in the Otobi community located in the Akpa region of the Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, it was believed that a significant number of people had been killed. While […]
Tribunal Relocation Sought by Protesters in LG Election Dispute
Protesters stormed the Nigerian Bar Association House in Abuja on Monday, calling for the immediate relocation of the Benue State Local Government Election Petition Tribunal back to Benue State. The demonstrators insisted that no lawyer should represent any petitioner or respondent if the tribunal continues to sit in Abuja instead of Benue. The controversy began […]
Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Shut After Student Abductions
The management of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University of Agriculture, Makurdi, has ordered the immediate closure of the institution following the abduction of three students by unknown armed men. According to an internal memo titled “Security Situation on Campus” issued on Wednesday, the university confirmed the abduction of the students at around 8:00 pm on Tuesday […]
NEW ROLE, NEW CHALLENGES: Dr. Grace Adagba Takes the Helm as UBEC North Central Sub-Dean
In a move set to boost basic education in Nigeria, Dr. Grace Adagba, Executive Chairman of the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), has been appointed as the Sub-Dean of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) North Central. Dr. Adagba hit the ground running, presenting the North Central progress report at the ongoing UBEC-SUBEB […]
Gunmen Kidnap Four Female Students from Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University of Agriculture
Four female students of the Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University of Agriculture, Makurdi, were kidnapped by gunmen on Tuesday, February 25. According to reports, the abduction occurred between 8:30 and 9:00 p.m. while the students were on their way to read. A senior staff member of the university, who wished to remain anonymous, confirmed the abduction. […]
13 Benue Lawmakers Oppose Chief Judge’s Dismissal.
In response to the alleged motion to remove Chief Judge Justice Maurice Ikpambese, thirteen members of the Benue Assembly have distanced themselves from it. Ikpambese was previously ousted by certain parliamentarians for alleged financial wrongdoing and abuse of position. Speaking to reporters at Hon. Beckie Orpin’s Makurdi home, Hon. Douglas Akya of Makurdi South Constituency […]