Security & Justice
Security developments, crime, policing, courts, legal matters and access to justice across Benue.
Police Nab Four Suspected Kidnappers in Abuja Operation; Female Suspect Gives Birth While Detained
Four suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate have been arrested in Abuja, police say. A pregnant female suspect later delivered a baby boy while in custody and received medical care alongside her child.
Abducted Kwara Monarch, Oba Salman Aweda, Reportedly D!es in Captivity After Weeks in Kidnappers’ Den
Oba Salman Olatunji Aweda, the traditional ruler of Olayinka community in Kwara State, has reportedly died in captivity following his abduction, according to a voice message circulated by a committee member involved in efforts to secure his release.
Nasarawa Community Raises Alarm Over Insecurity Following Farmer's De@th
Residents of Moroa River community in Akwanga LGA, Nasarawa State, are demanding justice after a farmer was killed on his farmland, amid growing concerns over insecurity and attacks on farmers.
Police Launch Investigation After Beheaded Woman’s Corpse Found in Abuja Building
A decomposing headless body of an unidentified woman was discovered inside an uncompleted building in Bwari, Abuja, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the killing.
Kogi: Fresh Abduction Reported Along Okoloke Road as 3 Egbe Residents Allegedly Kidnapped in Yagba West
Three residents of Egbe were reportedly abducted by suspected kidnappers near Abewo along Okoloke Road in Yagba West, Kogi State, renewing concerns over security challenges in the area.
Gunmen Abduct Traditional Ruler in Ondo, Wife Shot During Palace Att@ck
Gunmen invaded the palace of the Baale of Ode Oriya in Ondo State, abducting the traditional ruler and injuring his wife as police launch a search-and-rescue operation.
‘Choose Your Children Over Your Weapons’ — Gov.Radda Sends Message to Bandits
Governor Dikko Umar Radda has urged bandits in Katsina State to lay down their arms and embrace peace, as the government expands reintegration efforts and commissions a 152-unit housing estate for displaced families.
Pope Leo XIV Urges FG to Protect Vulnerable Benue Communities as Yelewata Victims Are Honoured
Pope Leo XIV has called on the Federal Government to protect vulnerable communities in Benue State as a memorial wall honouring 271 victims of the June 13, 2025 Yelewata attack was unveiled.
“Only God Can End Insecurity,” Matawalle Calls for Unity, Blames Politicisation of Crisis
Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, says Nigeria’s insecurity crisis requires both divine intervention and collective national effort, warning against politicising security challenges and spreading misinformation online.
17 Farmers Killed, Others Injured in Suspected Bandit Attack on Zamfara Farmlands — Residents Raise Alarm Over Worsening Insecurity
At least 17 farmers have been killed and several others injured in a suspected bandit attack on Goran Namaye village in Maradun LGA of Zamfara State, amid growing fears over insecurity and disrupted farming activities.