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Benue Market Day Guide: Full List of Markets Holding Across the State on Friday, July 10, 2026
Farmers, traders and residents can plan their buying and selling activities with today's Benue Market Day Guide, featuring markets scheduled to hold across 18 local government areas on Friday, July 10, 2026.
Gov. Alia Backs Benue-Kogi 'Operation Handshake' as Police Launch Joint Border Security Taskforce
Governor Hyacinth Alia has endorsed the Benue-Kogi Police "Operation Handshake" initiative, expressing confidence that the joint border security taskforce will strengthen efforts to combat cross-border crime.
Benue Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Suspect Over Killing of BSU Professor Gabriel Nyityo, Brother
Benue Police have arrested a 23-year-old suspect in connection with the killing of Benue State University lecturer Professor Gabriel Nyityo and his younger brother in Makurdi. Investigations are ongoing.
'Don't Come Closer or We'll Kill Them' — Defence Minister Recounts Oyo School Kidnappers' Threat
Nigeria's Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, says kidnappers holding pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State threatened to kill the captives if security forces advanced, while demanding the release of their detained commanders.
'The Results Speak for Themselves' — Gov. Alia Highlights Roads, Schools, Security Gains in Benue
Governor Hyacinth Alia has outlined infrastructure, education, security and economic projects his administration says have been delivered under President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, while reaffirming a commitment to transparency and accountability.
University of Jos Students Win ₦70 Million for AI-Powered Farm Robot at Nigeria Engineering Olympiad
Students of the University of Jos' Department of Civil Engineering, Team Fortizo, have won ₦70 million at the maiden Nigeria Engineering Olympiad after developing a solar-powered AI robot that detects crop diseases and supports early intervention by farmers.
Suspected Gunmen Reportedly Murder MOAUM Professor Gabriel Nyityo in Makurdi
The Moses Orshio Adasu University community is mourning after Professor Gabriel Nyityo was reportedly killed by unknown gunmen at his Makurdi residence in the early hours of Wednesday. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement.
Three ECWA Church Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom After 105 Days in Captivity in Kwara
Three female worshippers abducted during a March 22 attack on an ECWA Church in Omugo, Kwara State, have regained their freedom after 105 days in captivity. Five other victims reportedly died before the rescue.
How Tinubu's State Police Initiative Could Reshape Security in Benue
The Federal Government's move to implement state police could have major implications for Benue. If approved, the reform may improve local security, boost community policing and enhance responses to attacks across vulnerable communities.
Police Confirm Abduction of Three FULafia Students, One Rescued in Nasarawa
Three students of the Federal University of Lafia were abducted by gunmen from their off-campus lodge on Tuesday night. Police confirmed one student has been rescued while search operations continue for the remaining victims.