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Buruku Council Chairman Seeks Urgent Relief for Flood-Affected Etulo Communities
Buruku LGA Chairman Raymond Zege Aondoakura has appealed for urgent relief for flood-affected Etulo communities, citing reported displacement, submerged homes and damaged cassava and rice farms.
Benue Govt Suspends Buruku Boat Union, Orders Arrest of Skipper Over River Mishap
The Benue Government has suspended the Buruku branch of the Nigeria Union of Maritime Workers and ordered the arrest of the boat skipper involved in Saturday’s mishap. Rescue operations and an investigation into the accident are ongoing.
Benue Govt Plans Recruitment of 12,000 Secondary School Teachers as Education Drive Expands
Benue State Government plans to recruit 12,000 teachers into public secondary schools through the Teaching Service Board, as the administration seeks to address manpower shortages and strengthen teaching capacity across the state.
Benue Govt Denies Involvement in Reported Attack on Peter Obi’s Convoy
The Benue State Government has denied involvement in the reported stopping of Peter Obi’s convoy at Gyado Villa, saying it was unaware of his visit to the state.
Benue Government Bans Phones, Extra Lessons, Unauthorised School Access as 2026/27 Session Begins
The Benue State Government has introduced stricter school rules for the 2026/27 academic session, banning unauthorised external programmes, mobile-phone use during school hours and extra lessons after regular classes.
Akperan Orshi Polytechnic Seeks More Government Support Over Decaying Infrastructure
Akperan Orshi Polytechnic, Yandev, is grappling with ageing infrastructure, inadequate security, poor staff welfare and limited funding, according to its management, which is calling for additional government intervention.
Ex-Secretary to Benue Government Dies After Gunmen Ambush on Taraba Border Route
The Benue State Government has mourned former SSG Prof. David Salifu, who died after sustaining gunshot injuries in an attack by suspected bandits along the Wukari–Makurdi road.
Six Members of Same Family Among Seven Killed in Makurdi Boat Tragedy — Benue Govt
The Benue State Government has visited families affected by the Wadata boat tragedy in Makurdi, where seven persons, including six members of the same family, lost their lives after a boat capsized during a rainstorm.
Benue Government Deploys 100 River Marshals to Boost Safety on River Benue
Benue State Government has recruited 100 maritime workers as river marshals to enhance safety, security, and operational activities on the River Benue as part of efforts to develop the state's marine and blue economy.
Benue Flags Off ₦150m Monthly School Grant Scheme, Warns Schools Against Illegal Levies
The Benue State Government has launched a monthly school grant scheme with ₦150 million released to support public schools while warning headteachers and principals against imposing unauthorised levies on pupils and parents.