Articles by Benue Info-pedia
JUBILATION AS SEN. ZAM ROLLS OUT VEHICLES, MOTORCYCLES, COMMISSIONS CLASSROOM BLOCK IN BENUE
Jubilation trailed Sen. Zam’s “Zam Cares” rollout in Benue as vehicles, motorcycles, and computers were distributed, alongside a classroom commissioning moves stakeholders say will boost livelihoods, education, and grassroots development.
POLICE INSPECTOR KILLED NEAR MAKURDI IDP CAMP, FLEE WITH SERVICE RIFLE
Gunmen killed a police inspector near an IDP camp in Makurdi and escaped with his service rifle. Security agencies have begun investigations, while residents express fears over rising insecurity in the area.
HUNDREDS BENEFIT AS THOUSAND HILLS EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION ENDS IDP MEDICAL OUTREACH IN BENUE
Hundreds of IDPs in Makurdi receive free medical care, minor surgeries, and skills training as Thousand Hills Foundation wraps up a three-day outreach aimed at easing hardship and boosting long-term resilience.
I'M NOT A ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIEST'— I DON'T CHARGE FOR BLESSINGS, REVD FR IGBUDU DENIES IMPERSONATION ALLEGATIONS
Revd Fr Moses Igbudu has denied allegations of impersonation, clarifying he is not a Roman Catholic priest but serves under the Ecumenical Orthodox Catholic Church Nigeria. He also dismissed claims of charging for blessings, stating only transport support is requested.
'I WAS LOCKED UP FOR SAYING I DON'T HAVE MONEY YET'— BENUE CONTENT CREATOR SHARES POLICE ENCOUNTER
A Benue content creator, Don Wagzy Mo'mennn, says he was briefly detained by police after telling an officer he “has no money yet.” He alleges an hour in custody sparked debate online over possible harassment and abuse of authority.
RESIGN OR STEP ASIDE — GOV. ALIA WARNS AMBITIOUS APPOINTEES AHEAD OF 2027 POLLS
Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia has directed political appointees eyeing 2027 elections to resign by March 30, 2026, saying the move will ensure continuity in governance and sustain the state’s development agenda.
GOV. ALIA MOVES TO BOOST SKILLS EDUCATION WITH OJU TECHNICAL COLLEGE PROJECT
Gov. Alia has begun construction of a Science and Technical College in Oju to expand access to vocational education, equip youths with practical skills, and tackle unemployment in underserved areas of Benue State.
BENUE FA CHAIRMAN PAUL EDEH COMMENDS LOBI STARS' RETURN TO MAKURDI, AWAIT FINAL OPPONENT IN FEDERATION CUP SHOWDOWN
Benue FA Chairman Paul Edeh praises Lobi Stars’ return to Makurdi, urges club stability and unity ahead of the Federation Cup final, where the winner of Flight FC vs Idoma United will face defending champions Lobi Stars for the ₦1 million prize.
BENUE COMMUNITY CRIES OUT AS ONLY STATE FACILITY IN AGILA SLIPS INTO DISREPAIR
Residents of Agila in Benue State are raising alarm over the only state-owned school in their community, now dilapidated and unsafe, calling on the government to urgently intervene and restore a safe learning environment for local children.
105-YEAR-OLD EX-LAWMAKER DAVID MTWEM ENDORSES PROF. SEBASTINE HON FOR BENUE GOVERNORSHIP
Centenarian ex-lawmaker David Mtwem backs Prof. Sebastine Hon for Benue governor, praising his leadership and advocacy for Tiv people, and urging voters to support a candidate committed to peace, development, and community service.