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“Nigeria Happened to Me” — Miss UNIJOS Grieves Fiancé K!lled by Bandits
Miss University of Jos, Promise Dikko, has announced the death of her fiancé, whom she said was killed by bandits, just months before their scheduled wedding in December 2026.
BIPC Distributes ZEVA Chillers to Bar Owners, Hospitality Operators Across Makurdi
BIPC has commenced the distribution of ZEVA chillers to bar owners and hospitality businesses in Makurdi, with beneficiaries describing the initiative as a boost to business efficiency, customer service, and profitability.
Benue: Ugbokolo Youths Rescue Kidnap Victims, Apprehend Three Suspects in Okpokwu
Three suspected kidnappers were reportedly apprehended after Ugbokolo youths mobilized to rescue victims abducted along the Ugbokolo–Aokpe Road in Benue State.
Bandits Att@ck Kogi Community, K!ll Vice Principal, Two Others, Target WAEC Candidates
Armed bandits attacked Iluke Bunu in Kogi State, killing a vice principal and two others while attempting to abduct students writing WAEC examinations. Soldiers reportedly foiled the mass kidnapping attempt.
Girls Selling Ova for N150,000 to Fund Lifestyles, Plateau Commission Says
The Plateau State Gender and Equal Opportunity Commission says young women, including tertiary students, are selling their egg cells for between N120,000 and N150,000, prompting a statewide awareness campaign.
How Residents Tracked and Rescued a Missing Six-Month-Old Baby in Port Harcourt
A six-month-old baby was rescued in Rukpokwu, Rivers State, after residents intercepted two women accused of attempting to take the infant away. Authorities are being urged to investigate the incident.
Benue Police Arrest Suspected Kidnap Gang Leader, Recover Weapon in Gboko
Benue Police have arrested a suspected kidnapping and armed robbery gang leader in Gboko, recovering a firearm and ammunition as investigations continue into alleged criminal activities.
Yelewata Community to Unveil Monument Honouring Over 200 Victims of 2025 Attack in Benue
Yelewata Community in Benue State will unveil a memorial monument on June 13, 2026, to honour more than 200 victims of the 2025 attack and commemorate one year since the tragedy.
Mother Reportedly Loses Two Fingers Resisting Alleged Assault as Three Suspects Are Arrested
Three suspects have been arrested in connection with alleged attempted sexual assault and theft incidents in Tiv communities in Taraba State. Police investigations are ongoing.
Police Nab 7 Kidnap Suspects, 4 Robbery Suspects in Kwara Crackdown
Kwara Police have arrested 11 suspects linked to kidnapping and armed robbery in separate operations across the state, according to an official statement by the command.