Security & Justice
Security developments, crime, policing, courts, legal matters and access to justice across Benue.
BREAKING: Katsina Government Confirms Death of Kidnapped Retired General Abubakar Rabe in Captivity
The Katsina State Government has confirmed the death of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe, who was abducted alongside his wife in Katsina State two weeks ago. Authorities said he died in captivity from complications related to existing health conditions.
One Dead, Several Feared Kidnapped in Coordinated Bandit Attacks on Kwara Villages
One person was killed and several residents were reportedly kidnapped after armed bandits attacked three communities in Kwara State. Authorities have confirmed some abductions while investigations continue into the full scale of the attacks.
Makinde Explains Delay in Rescue of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers, Cites Difficult National Park Terrain
Governor Seyi Makinde says difficult terrain and the vast expanse of Old Oyo National Park are complicating efforts to rescue over 45 pupils and teachers abducted nearly four weeks ago in Oriire LGA.
Troops Nab Five Suspected Kidnappers, Seize Weapons During Operation in Borno
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested five suspected kidnappers and recovered two AK-47 rifles, magazines and ammunition during an operation in Magumeri LGA of Borno State.
Taraba Govt Debunks Claims of Missing Forest Guards, Says 750 Operatives Deployed
The Taraba State Government has dismissed reports alleging the absence of forest guards in farming communities, insisting that all 750 operatives recruited under the initiative have been deployed across the state's 16 local government areas.
“Nigeria Happened to Me” — Miss UNIJOS Grieves Fiancé K!lled by Bandits
Miss University of Jos, Promise Dikko, has announced the death of her fiancé, whom she said was killed by bandits, just months before their scheduled wedding in December 2026.
Benue: Ugbokolo Youths Rescue Kidnap Victims, Apprehend Three Suspects in Okpokwu
Three suspected kidnappers were reportedly apprehended after Ugbokolo youths mobilized to rescue victims abducted along the Ugbokolo–Aokpe Road in Benue State.
Bandits Att@ck Kogi Community, K!ll Vice Principal, Two Others, Target WAEC Candidates
Armed bandits attacked Iluke Bunu in Kogi State, killing a vice principal and two others while attempting to abduct students writing WAEC examinations. Soldiers reportedly foiled the mass kidnapping attempt.
How Residents Tracked and Rescued a Missing Six-Month-Old Baby in Port Harcourt
A six-month-old baby was rescued in Rukpokwu, Rivers State, after residents intercepted two women accused of attempting to take the infant away. Authorities are being urged to investigate the incident.
Benue Police Arrest Suspected Kidnap Gang Leader, Recover Weapon in Gboko
Benue Police have arrested a suspected kidnapping and armed robbery gang leader in Gboko, recovering a firearm and ammunition as investigations continue into alleged criminal activities.