Security & Justice
Security developments, crime, policing, courts, legal matters and access to justice across Benue.
EFCC Arrests Energy Commission DG Over Alleged ₦500bn Fraud
The EFCC has reportedly arrested the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, over alleged fraud and money laundering involving about ₦500 billion. The agency is yet to officially comment on the development.
Police Recover Slain Bishop’s SUV, Arrest Two Suspects In Anambra
The Nigeria Police Force has recovered the SUV belonging to murdered Bishop Chinedu Clarence James and arrested two suspects allegedly linked to the abduction, killing, and attempted sale of the vehicle in Anambra State.
Kidnapped SUBEB Staff, Orseer Nyagu, K!lled While Attempting Escape in Benue
A staff member of the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board, Orseer Nyagu, was reportedly killed after being kidnapped along the Agagbe-Naka road in Gwer West LGA. Two other victims abducted with him were later released.
MIDNIGHT CULT ATTACK ROCKS MAKURDI, EIGHT FE@RED DE@D
At least eight people are feared dead after suspected cultists reportedly invaded a Makurdi neighbourhood in the early hours of Monday, opening fire on residents during a coordinated overnight attack.
FRESH PLATEAU ATT@CK LEAVES SEVERAL INJURED IN BARKIN LADI COMMUNITY
Several residents injured during a fresh attack in Gangare community, Barkin Ladi LGA of Plateau State, are receiving medical treatment while community leaders urge authorities to strengthen security operations.
FRESH GRIEF IN PLATEAU AS BARKIN LADI COMMUNITY BURIES ATTACK VICTIMS
Tension and mourning gripped Gangare community in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State, as residents buried victims reportedly killed in recent attacks, with renewed calls for improved security and justice.
CALM RETURNS TO AWE STREET AFTER DEADLY CLASH IN MAKURDI
After a deadly clash reportedly linked to cult groups in Makurdi, calm has returned to Awe Street. Security forces are maintaining control, while residents gradually reopen businesses. Official casualty figures are yet to be confirmed.
ALLEGED ASSAULT OF TRADER AT ZAKI-BIAM MARKET RAISES CONCERNS IN BENUE
A young trader from Borikyo has accused a market official in Zaki-Biam, Benue State, of assault following a disagreement over a 25kg groundnut transaction. He also alleges he was made to pay ₦10,000 and lost his goods.
GUNMEN ATTACK PLATEAU MINING SITE, KILL PREGNANT WOMAN, 3 OTHERS
Suspected bandits attacked a mining site in Plateau State, killing four people, including a pregnant woman, and injuring four others. Community leaders have condemned the incident and called for urgent security intervention.
KADUNA TEENAGER REPORTED MISSING AS FAMILY ALLEGES POSSIBLE ABDUCTION & IDENTITY CHANGE
A 17-year-old SS1 student, Jinkai Yusuf Simon, has been reported missing in Zaria, Kaduna State. Her family alleges possible abduction and claims of identity alteration, while authorities and community leaders have reportedly been notified.