Security & Justice
Security developments, crime, policing, courts, legal matters and access to justice across Benue.
Police Launch Investigation After Officers Allegedly Assault Young Man in Imo Community
Six police officers have been detained in Imo State after a viral video allegedly showed them assaulting a young man, prompting an official investigation and renewed concerns about police accountability.
Police Investigate K!lling of Retired Broadcaster Kitan Oyesiku, Security Guard in Ogun
A retired Ogun State Television broadcaster and her security guard were found dead at a residence in Abeokuta. Police have launched an investigation while the motive remains unknown.
15 Reportedly K!lled in Overnight Att@ck on Plateau Community
At least 15 people were reportedly killed, including security personnel, following an overnight attack on Kawel community in Plateau State. Officials have yet to confirm the casualty figures.
Plateau Trial Deepens as Witness Details Claims of Wider Militant Network and Bank Transfers
A DSS witness told a Plateau State High Court that a defendant in the Angwa Rukuba killings case allegedly led armed attacks in Riyom communities and held suspected terror-linked funds. The defence has challenged parts of the evidence.
9 K!lled, 11 Injured in Fresh Attack on Irigwe Community in Kaduna
The Irigwe Youth Movement says nine people were killed and 11 injured during an attack on Angwan Magaji community in Kaduna State. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement.
Military Operations Yield Breakthrough as Five Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom in Kogi
Five kidnapped victims have been rescued in Kogi State after suspected terrorists abandoned them during coordinated military air and ground operations targeting criminal hideouts in Adankolo Forest.
Kidnapped Kwara Traditional Ruler Regains Freedom After Nearly Two Months in Captivity
A traditional ruler abducted in Kwara State in April has regained freedom after nearly two months in captivity, while nine other kidnap victims were also released.
Nine Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom in Kwara as Police Arrest Suspected Looters Targeting Abandoned Communities
Nine abducted residents of Kwara's Ifelodun LGA have regained freedom after alleged ransom payment, while police arrested four suspects accused of looting properties and livestock from communities displaced by bandit attacks.
Three Police Officers K!lled in IED Explosion During Clearance Operation in Zamfara
Three police officers, including an EOD commander, were killed after an armoured vehicle triggered an improvised explosive device during a road clearance operation in Zamfara State.
Five K!lled in Mining Site Att@ck in Plateau Community
Gunmen attacked a mining site in Gero Village, Jos South LGA of Plateau State, on Tuesday, killing five youths engaged in mining activities, according to community sources and the Berom Youth Moulders Association.