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Peva Market Crash: Army Accepts Responsibility as Death Toll Hits 8
The death toll from an Army Hilux crash at Peva Market in Takum Local Government Area has risen to eight, while 12 injured victims remain under treatment, according to information supplied to Benue Info-pedia.
2 Suspected Kidnappers Arrested While Chasing Escaped Victim in Benue
Two suspected kidnappers have been arrested in Ado LGA, Benue State, after allegedly chasing a female victim who escaped from their hideout in a forest around Utonkon. The suspects were handed over to police for investigation.
Police Rescue 15 Kidnap Victims After Gun Battle Along Itobe–Anyigba Highway
The Kogi State Police Command says 15 kidnap victims have been rescued following a gun battle with suspected abductors along the Itobe–Anyigba Highway in Ofu Local Government Area.
Badagry LG Presents Official Vehicles to Councillors as Hunpe Marks One Year
Badagry Local Government has presented official vehicles to councillors as Chairman Babatunde Hunpe marks one year in office, with the council saying the vehicles will strengthen grassroots representation, project monitoring and legislative oversight.
Otukpo Council Supports Ward 1 Youths With ₦400,000 Sanitation Equipment
Otukpo Local Government Council has supported Ward 1 youths with sanitation equipment reportedly valued at ₦400,000 after they participated in a monthly environmental sanitation exercise across the ward.
FULAFIA Student Reportedly Killed in Suspected Robbery Attack Near Kanje
The Federal University of Lafia community is mourning the reported death of a 300-level Chemistry student who was allegedly shot during a suspected armed robbery attack on Saturday. Police had not issued an official statement at the time of publication.
Ado LG Chairman Hails Sam Ode for ₦1 Million Donation During Igumale Cement Factory Visit
The Chairman of Ado Local Government Area, Hon. Engr. Sunny Oche, has praised Benue State Deputy Governor Dr. Sam Ode for donating ₦1 million during a visit to the Igumale Cement Factory, describing the gesture as a boost to ongoing efforts aimed at reviving the industrial facility.
Otukpo Chairman Declares Immediate 7 PM–6 AM Curfew in Ugboju District
Otukpo Local Government Chairman, Hon. Prince Maxwell Ogiri, FCAI, has imposed an immediate 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. curfew in Ugboju District and ordered the removal of roadblocks reportedly erected by protesters.
Lau Communities Under Attack as Bandits Kill Five, Kidnap Monarch in Taraba
Five people have reportedly been killed and several others injured in attacks across communities in Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State, while a village head was abducted and later released. Hundreds of residents have reportedly sought refuge elsewhere amid rising insecurity.
Mother’s Courage Saves Son After Open Well Accident in Benue Community
A mother’s instinct to protect her child turned into an act of extraordinary courage in Korinya-City, Benue State, after she reportedly jumped into an open well to save her young son who had fallen inside. Neighbours later rescued both mother and child.