Articles by Benue Info-pedia
"THEY ARE NOT FACELESS"—NAMES OF NINE SLAIN IN BENUE COMMUNITY EMERGE
Nine residents killed in an attack in Edikwu Ankpali, Benue State, have been named, shifting focus from statistics to human stories. As grief deepens, residents renew calls for stronger security and accountability.
BENUE HUMAN TRAFFICKING CRISIS DEEPENS AS GIRLS LURED ABROAD
Concerns are growing in Benue over reports of young girls being lured abroad with fake job offers. Many are allegedly trafficked through major Nigerian hubs to countries like Libya and Mali, raising questions about enforcement and protection systems.
TRAGEDY IN GBOKO AS BOY ELECTROCUTED WHILE ASSISTING JED WORKER IN BENUE
A young boy was electrocuted in Gboko after reportedly assisting a JED worker with a live cable, raising serious concerns about safety lapses and the involvement of minors in hazardous electrical operations.
FOUR KILLED AS GUNMEN STRIKE EDIKWU ANKPALI IN APA LGA OF BENUE
Four killed in a fresh attack on Edikwu Ankpali, Apa LGA, as gunmen strike Sunday evening. Residents fear rising insecurity while search efforts continue and concerns mount over the safety of vulnerable communities.
BENUE ADC ELECTS NEW EXECUTIVES, OKWU TAKES CHARGE AFTER PEACEFUL CONGRESS
ADC elects new Benue executives in a peaceful congress, with former lawmaker Samson Okwu emerging as state chairman. Party leaders tout unity and grassroots mobilisation as key to strengthening the ADC ahead of future elections.
UNDILUTED ACCOUNT OF THE UN VISIT TO YELEWATA
Conflicting reports trail the UN delegation’s visit to Yelewata, with locals expressing disappointment and alleging that key realities of the crisis were not fully presented.
ALIA–AKUME RIFT THROWS BENUE LAWMAKERS' 2027 RE-ELECTION HOPES INTO UNCERTAINTY
APC’s deepening internal rift in Benue is shaking party unity, triggering defections and raising fresh doubts over lawmakers’ chances of securing tickets ahead of the 2027 elections.
APA PROGRESSIVES FRONTIER SUPPORT GROUP REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR TINUBU, ALIA, OJEMA AHEAD OF 2027 ELECTIONS
The Apa Progressives Frontier Support Group has reaffirmed its support for President Tinubu, Governor Alia, and Hon. Ojema, signaling early grassroots mobilization and sustained confidence in APC leadership ahead of the 2027 elections.
ONE DEAD IN IKOBI COMMUNITY ATTACK AS TENSION RISES IN BENUE AGAIN
Fresh fears in Benue as a resident is killed in Ikobi, Apa LGA. The attack heightens anxiety in rural communities, with residents calling for urgent security intervention to curb recurring violence.
DEAD BODY DISCOVERED AT BUILDING MATERIALS AREA IN JOS
A dead body was discovered in Jos’ busy Building Materials area, sparking concern among traders and residents. Authorities are yet to confirm the identity of the deceased or cause of death, as calls grow for increased security in the commercial hub.