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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.
11 Feared De@d as Boat Carrying Burial Guests Capsizes in River Benue
At least 11 people, including a pregnant woman and six children, are feared dead after a boat carrying burial guests capsized on River Benue in Makurdi during heavy rainfall and strong winds.
Kogi: Fresh Abduction Reported Along Okoloke Road as 3 Egbe Residents Allegedly Kidnapped in Yagba West
Three residents of Egbe were reportedly abducted by suspected kidnappers near Abewo along Okoloke Road in Yagba West, Kogi State, renewing concerns over security challenges in the area.
Benue Govt: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to Visit State Tuesday, Commission Roads, ICT Centre
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, will visit Benue on Tuesday to engage women, commission newly completed roads in Makurdi and inaugurate a community ICT centre in Ihugh.
Gunmen Abduct Traditional Ruler in Ondo, Wife Shot During Palace Att@ck
Gunmen invaded the palace of the Baale of Ode Oriya in Ondo State, abducting the traditional ruler and injuring his wife as police launch a search-and-rescue operation.
‘Choose Your Children Over Your Weapons’ — Gov.Radda Sends Message to Bandits
Governor Dikko Umar Radda has urged bandits in Katsina State to lay down their arms and embrace peace, as the government expands reintegration efforts and commissions a 152-unit housing estate for displaced families.
Pope Leo XIV Urges FG to Protect Vulnerable Benue Communities as Yelewata Victims Are Honoured
Pope Leo XIV has called on the Federal Government to protect vulnerable communities in Benue State as a memorial wall honouring 271 victims of the June 13, 2025 Yelewata attack was unveiled.
Kuwait Suspends Commercial Visit Visas, Halting Business Travel for Foreign Nationals Including Nigerians
Kuwait has suspended commercial visit visas for all nationalities, including Nigerians, halting short-term business travel for meetings, conferences, and corporate engagements. Authorities have not announced a reason or timeline for reversal.
“Only God Can End Insecurity,” Matawalle Calls for Unity, Blames Politicisation of Crisis
Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, says Nigeria’s insecurity crisis requires both divine intervention and collective national effort, warning against politicising security challenges and spreading misinformation online.
17 Farmers Killed, Others Injured in Suspected Bandit Attack on Zamfara Farmlands — Residents Raise Alarm Over Worsening Insecurity
At least 17 farmers have been killed and several others injured in a suspected bandit attack on Goran Namaye village in Maradun LGA of Zamfara State, amid growing fears over insecurity and disrupted farming activities.