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11-Year-Old Orphan Allegedly Beaten and Tied Up Over Missing ₦1,000 in Benue
An 11-year-old orphan in Benue was allegedly beaten and tied to a bench after being accused of stealing ₦1,000. The claims emerged in a Facebook post, while the child is reportedly receiving care and investigations are ongoing.
Benue Police Appoint DSP Orchia Peter Aondongu as New Police Spokesperson
The Benue State Police Command has announced the appointment of DSP Orchia Peter Aondongu as its new Police Public Relations Officer following approval by the Inspector-General of Police.
Mount Saint Gabriel's Extends RoyalBoom Legacy as Tsavbee Emmanuel Wins 2026 Mathematics Competition
Mount Saint Gabriel's Secondary School, Makurdi, has continued its remarkable dominance in the RoyalBoom Mathematics Competition as SS2 student Tsavbee Emmanuel Oryiman emerged winner of the 2026 Senior Category, extending the school's six-year championship streak.
Benue Police Allege Two Women Staged Fake Kidnap Plot to Extort Ransom
The Benue State Police Command says it has arrested two women who allegedly conspired to stage a fake kidnapping to extort ransom from a family member. Authorities say investigations are ongoing and the suspects will be charged to court if sufficient evidence is established.
Governor Alia Reshuffles Cabinet, Announces Fresh Appointments in Benue
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has reshuffled his cabinet, redeployed a commissioner, constituted a Projects Monitoring Team, and approved several strategic appointments aimed at strengthening governance and accelerating development across the state.
Displaced Benue Family Appeals for Help as Father Faces Vision Loss & Triplets Reportedly Fall Ill
A displaced family from Ukum LGA, Benue State, is appealing for public support after the father reportedly developed glaucoma while their newborn triplets fell ill. The family says financial hardship has prevented them from accessing urgently needed medical care.
Gov. Alia Vows Justice After Deadly Efeyi Ugboju Attack in Benue
Governor Hyacinth Alia has vowed that those responsible for the deadly attack on Efeyi community in Ugboju District, Otukpo LGA, will face justice. He also praised police after two suspected attackers were reportedly killed during a pursuit operation.
Otukpo Chairman Declares Immediate 7 PM–6 AM Curfew in Ugboju District
Otukpo Local Government Chairman, Hon. Prince Maxwell Ogiri, FCAI, has imposed an immediate 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. curfew in Ugboju District and ordered the removal of roadblocks reportedly erected by protesters.
Lau Communities Under Attack as Bandits Kill Five, Kidnap Monarch in Taraba
Five people have reportedly been killed and several others injured in attacks across communities in Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State, while a village head was abducted and later released. Hundreds of residents have reportedly sought refuge elsewhere amid rising insecurity.
Mother’s Courage Saves Son After Open Well Accident in Benue Community
A mother’s instinct to protect her child turned into an act of extraordinary courage in Korinya-City, Benue State, after she reportedly jumped into an open well to save her young son who had fallen inside. Neighbours later rescued both mother and child.