Security & Crime
TWO KIDNAP VICTIMS RESCUED UNHARMED IN UKUM LGA OF BENUE STATE
Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE have rescued two kidnap victims in Ukum LGA of Benue State after a late-night operation. The victims, abducted earlier in April, were recovered unharmed following sustained military pressure.
"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.
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.
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.
36-YEAR-OLD WOMAN RESCUED FROM DOMESTIC ASSAULT IN ABUJA
NAPTIP has rescued a 36-year-old woman from alleged spousal abuse in Asokoro Extension, Abuja, following intelligence-led intervention by its Rapid Response Squad. The suspect, her 48-year-old husband, is under investigation as the victim receives care.
US EMBASSY CANCELS ALL VISA APPOINTMENTS IN ABUJA, ORDERS STAFF EVACUATION
The US Embassy has cancelled all visa appointments in Abuja and ordered the evacuation of non-essential staff over rising security concerns, while directing applicants to Lagos for services and urging Americans to reconsider travel to Nigeria.
GUNMEN ABDUCT MOURNERS CARRYING CORPSE TO BURIAL, LEAVE BODY BEHIND
Gunmen abducted mourners transporting a corpse for burial in Kogi East, leaving the body behind in their vehicle. The victims’ whereabouts remain unknown, intensifying fears over rising insecurity in the area.
INSECURITY WORSENS IN BENUE AS ACADEMICS RAISE ALARM OVER KILLINGS, LAND SEIZURES IN GWER-EAST, GWER-WEST
Rising attacks in Gwer-East and Gwer-West have triggered fresh concerns, as academics warn of killings, land seizures, and growing fear among farmers, with many unable to safely access their farmlands.
BENUE: SUSPECTED HERDSMEN WIPE OUT FAMILY OF 4 IN FRESH GUMA ATTACK
Suspected herdsmen killed a woman and three sons in Guma, Benue, leaving one child wounded. The attack deepens fear as violence escalates in the community, with security response yet to be confirmed.