Security & Justice
Security developments, crime, policing, courts, legal matters and access to justice across Benue.
Police Confirm Abduction of Kogi School Principal, Four NECO Candidates During Examination
Police have confirmed the abduction of a school principal, a NECO ad hoc staff member and four students during an attack on Government Secondary School, Odo-Ekina, Kogi State. One student has since been rescued.
Suspected Armed Herders Kill One in Fresh Attack on Benue Community, Chairman Confirms
One resident has been confirmed dead after suspected armed herders attacked Ondo community in Benue's Otukpo LGA. Security agencies say a search operation is ongoing.
Otukpo Attacks: Gov. Alia Appeals for Calm, Warns Against Taking the Law Into Private Hands
Governor Hyacinth Alia has appealed for peace and restraint during a visit to the Och'Idoma's Palace in Otukpo, urging residents not to take the law into their own hands following renewed attacks in parts of the local government.
Benue: Another Community in Otukpo Reportedly Attacked as Residents Flee Gunfire
Residents of Ondo community in Ugboju District, Otukpo LGA, reportedly fled their homes Tuesday morning after gunmen suspected to be armed herdsmen invaded the area and opened fire. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement.
Otukpo-Nobi Attack: MACBAN Denies Involvement, Calls for Thorough Police Investigation
MACBAN has denied involvement in the deadly Otukpo-Nobi attack, urging the public not to draw premature conclusions as police and other security agencies continue investigations.
Suspected Gunmen Kill Nine Members of One Family, Including Two-Month-Old Baby, in Plateau Attack
Nine members of one family, including a two-month-old infant, were reportedly killed after suspected gunmen attacked two communities in Plateau State. Residents are demanding stronger security as authorities move into the area.
Benue: After Deadly Nobi Attack, Och'Otukpo Orders Herders to Leave Otukpo Kingdom
The Och'Otukpo Odu, Chief John Eimonye, has ordered herders to vacate Otukpo Kingdom following Sunday's deadly attack on Nobi Village. Authorities are yet to issue a comprehensive official update.
Family Raises Alarm Over Alleged Kidnapping of Benue Links Passenger Travelling to Benue
A Benue family has appealed for public assistance after alleging that a woman travelling from Lagos to Benue went missing during her journey. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement.
Gov. Alia Condemns Deadly Otukpo Attack, Orders Security Agencies to Hunt Suspected Perpetrators
Governor Hyacinth Alia has condemned the deadly attacks on communities in Otukpo LGA, directing security agencies to intensify operations and bring the suspected attackers to justice.
Benue: Suspected Fulani Herdsmen Attack Otukpo Community as Angry Youths Take Victims' Bodies to Och'Idoma Palace
At least nine people were reportedly killed in separate attacks on Ugboju and Otukpo Nobi communities in Benue's Otukpo LGA over the weekend, triggering protests and renewed calls for stronger security.