Articles by Benue Info-pedia
Boat Capsizes on River Buruku With Over 150 Passengers, 39 Motorcycles Aboard
More than 150 passengers were aboard a newly constructed boat carrying 39 motorcycles when it capsized on River Buruku. One person has been confirmed dead, two hospitalized and 11 missing persons rescued.
Chief Denen Tofi: The Tiv Industrialist Who Rose From Petty Trading to Business Prominence
Chief Denen Tofi’s journey from petty trading and farming to major business ventures remains a notable story in Benue’s history of indigenous enterprise. His life is remembered for hard work, persistence and the philosophy: “Do well, God will help you.”
Alleged Rivalry Between Two Suspected Criminal Figures Leaves Man Injured in Logo LGA
A reported confrontation between two men allegedly linked to rival criminal groups left one injured in Tse Orkighir, Logo LGA. Community sources said the incident followed a dispute between the two men, but the claims have not been independently verified.
NDC Ward Chairman Reportedly Killed in Makurdi
Igbu Job Terhemen, Chairman of the NDC in Fiidi Council Ward, Makurdi, has reportedly been killed after he was allegedly attacked and abandoned near his residence. Police say the incident has not yet been formally reported.
Aliade Market Survey Records Prices of Key Food Commodities
A market survey in Aliade, Gwer East LGA, has recorded prices for key food commodities, including soybeans at ₦95,000 per bag, maize at ₦45,000 and garri at ₦28,000.
Aondoakaa Urges Supporters to Remain Calm After Campaign Materials Destroyed
Benue PDP governorship candidate Michael Aondoakaa has urged supporters to remain calm and avoid retaliation after campaign materials bearing his image were reportedly burned. The identities and motives of those behind the incident remain unverified.
Young Man Found Helpless on Wilson Enyi Street in Makurdi, Suspected Robbery Reported
A young man believed to be an okada rider was found helpless on Wilson Enyi Street, New GRA, Makurdi, around 7:00 a.m. on Saturday. He was taken to BSUTH, while reports that he was robbed remain unconfirmed.
From Fear to Affection: How One Corps Member’s First Month Changed Her View of Benue
Angel Rufus Amaka arrived in Benue worried by negative things she had heard about the state. One month into her NYSC service, she says her experiences at camp, in Makurdi and at her place of primary assignment have given her a different perspective.
Makurdi to Host Public Presentation of Book on Neo-Colonialism and Economic Dependency
A book examining neo-colonialism and economic dependency in Nigeria will be presented in Makurdi on October 3, with the public invited to engage with the ideas and questions surrounding Nigeria’s economic development.
NMA Benue Clarifies Ogbaji’s Professional Status, Urges Verification of Medical Credentials
NMA Benue has clarified that Jonah Otumala Ogbaji is not a medical doctor or NMA member, urging the public and media to verify medical credentials. The clarification follows recent reports concerning his arrest in Makurdi.