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'Don't Come Closer or We'll Kill Them' — Defence Minister Recounts Oyo School Kidnappers' Threat
Nigeria's Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, says kidnappers holding pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State threatened to kill the captives if security forces advanced, while demanding the release of their detained commanders.
'The Results Speak for Themselves' — Gov. Alia Highlights Roads, Schools, Security Gains in Benue
Governor Hyacinth Alia has outlined infrastructure, education, security and economic projects his administration says have been delivered under President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, while reaffirming a commitment to transparency and accountability.
How Tinubu's State Police Initiative Could Reshape Security in Benue
The Federal Government's move to implement state police could have major implications for Benue. If approved, the reform may improve local security, boost community policing and enhance responses to attacks across vulnerable communities.
Senate to FG: End Reintegration of Former Boko Haram Members, Prosecute Suspected Terrorists
The Senate has urged the Federal Government to discontinue the rehabilitation and reintegration of former Boko Haram members, calling instead for suspected terrorists to be arrested and prosecuted while demanding stronger measures to tackle insecurity nationwide.
Police Confirm Calm After One Dies, Over 10 Injured in Bali Farmer-Herder Clash
One person has been killed and more than 10 others injured after a farm dispute escalated into a violent farmer-herder clash in Pangri, Bali LGA of Taraba State. Police say the situation is now under control.
"Every Part of Agatu Is Open to Investors," Chairman Melvin Ejeh Declares
The Chairman of Agatu LGA, Hon. Melvin Ejeh, says the area has become largely peaceful despite occasional security incidents, inviting investors to explore opportunities in agriculture, fishing and mining.
Wife, 2-Year-Old Son of Abducted Igboho Resident Rescued Alive After 18 Days
The wife and two-year-old son of an abducted Igboho resident have been rescued alive after spending 18 days in captivity, according to an official statement from the Office of Oloye Sunday Adeyemo (Igboho).
Residents Allege Fresh Destruction of Maize Farms by Grazing Cattle in Benue's Guma, Demand Relocation of Nearby Herding Settlement
Farmers in Tse Akir village, Mbaabee community, Guma LGA, allege that cattle grazed on cultivated maize farms, causing significant losses and prompting calls for stronger security intervention.
Local Sources: Two Killed, Over 40 Cows Rustled in Suspected Herdsmen Attack on Okpafe Community, Okpokwu
Two people were killed and more than 40 cows stolen after suspected armed herdsmen attacked Okpafe community in Okpokwu LGA, Benue State. Security authorities were yet to comment officially.
Police Confirm 18 Deaths After Renewed Communal Violence in Niger Community
At least 18 people have been killed in a renewed communal clash linked to a longstanding land dispute in Rafi LGA of Niger State. Police say 15 victims were burnt to death after attackers set a residential building on fire.