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GUNMEN ATTACK PLATEAU MINING SITE, KILL PREGNANT WOMAN, 3 OTHERS
Suspected bandits attacked a mining site in Plateau State, killing four people, including a pregnant woman, and injuring four others. Community leaders have condemned the incident and called for urgent security intervention.
APC SETS MAY 5 DEADLINE SUBMISSION OF 2026 NOMINATION FORMS
The APC has set May 4, 2026, as the deadline for purchase of nomination forms and May 5 for submission, according to a notice from the party’s Benue State organizing secretary.
TINUBU ORDERS IMMEDIATE TRUCE BETWEEN AKUME, ALIA AS HIGH-STAKES BENUE MEETING HOLDS TODAY
President Tinubu has reportedly directed SGF George Akume and Governor Hyacinth Alia to resolve their differences, with a crucial meeting now set for May 3 in Benue State.
UKUM STAKEHOLDERS' MEETING DISRUPTED AS ALLEGED POLITICAL THUGS CLASH IN ZAKI-BIAM
A stakeholders’ meeting in Zaki-Biam, Ukum LGA of Benue State was reportedly disrupted by suspected political thugs, resulting in destruction of property and alleged theft of valuables. The organiser has petitioned the police for investigation.
SANKERA ALLIANCE PURCHASES 2027 SENATE NOMINATION FORMS FOR EX-BENUE GOVERNOR SUSWAM
The Sankera Alliance for Suswam has purchased and presented 2027 Senate nomination forms to former Governor Gabriel Suswam, citing his experience and leadership record in Benue North-East.
GOV. ALIA’S AGRO PUSH HITS MILESTONE AS BENSONO SETS FINAL TEST RUN FOR FRUIT PROCESSING FACTORY
The Benue State Government has announced a final test run for the Bensono fruit processing factory, a key step toward full production. The project is expected to boost agro-processing, create jobs, and provide a structured market for farmers.
BENUE PENSIONERS, OKADA RIDERS PRESENT 2027 APC NOMINATION FORMS TO ALIA
Benue pensioners and motorcycle operators have presented 2027 APC nomination forms to Governor Hyacinth Alia, signaling early political backing ahead of the next election cycle.
KADUNA TEENAGER REPORTED MISSING AS FAMILY ALLEGES POSSIBLE ABDUCTION & IDENTITY CHANGE
A 17-year-old SS1 student, Jinkai Yusuf Simon, has been reported missing in Zaria, Kaduna State. Her family alleges possible abduction and claims of identity alteration, while authorities and community leaders have reportedly been notified.
POLICE ARREST SUSPECT, RECOVER HUMAN SKULL, ILLEGAL FIREARM IN PLATEAU
The Plateau State Police Command has arrested a 31-year-old suspect in Jos, recovering a human skull and an illegal firearm. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat cultism, arms trafficking, and banditry.
SEN. ABBA MORO PICKS PDP NOMINATION FORM, SIGNALS 2027 SENATE COMEBACK
Senator Abba Moro has obtained his PDP nomination form ahead of the 2027 elections, reaffirming his intention to seek another term and pledging continued representation for Benue South.