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Gov. Alia Backs Benue-Kogi 'Operation Handshake' as Police Launch Joint Border Security Taskforce
Security & Crime

Gov. Alia Backs Benue-Kogi 'Operation Handshake' as Police Launch Joint Border Security Taskforce

Governor Hyacinth Alia has endorsed the Benue-Kogi Police "Operation Handshake" initiative, expressing confidence that the joint border security taskforce will strengthen efforts to combat cross-border crime.

Jul 10, 2026
Benue Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Suspect Over Killing of BSU Professor Gabriel Nyityo, Brother
Security & Crime

Benue Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Suspect Over Killing of BSU Professor Gabriel Nyityo, Brother

Benue Police have arrested a 23-year-old suspect in connection with the killing of Benue State University lecturer Professor Gabriel Nyityo and his younger brother in Makurdi. Investigations are ongoing.

Jul 9, 2026
'Don't Come Closer or We'll Kill Them' — Defence Minister Recounts Oyo School Kidnappers' Threat
Security & Crime

'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.

Jul 9, 2026
'The Results Speak for Themselves' — Gov. Alia Highlights Roads, Schools, Security Gains in Benue
Politics & Governance

'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.

Jul 9, 2026
University of Jos Students Win ₦70 Million for AI-Powered Farm Robot at Nigeria Engineering Olympiad
Education

University of Jos Students Win ₦70 Million for AI-Powered Farm Robot at Nigeria Engineering Olympiad

Students of the University of Jos' Department of Civil Engineering, Team Fortizo, have won ₦70 million at the maiden Nigeria Engineering Olympiad after developing a solar-powered AI robot that detects crop diseases and supports early intervention by farmers.

Jul 8, 2026
Suspected Gunmen Reportedly Murder MOAUM Professor Gabriel Nyityo in Makurdi
Security & Crime

Suspected Gunmen Reportedly Murder MOAUM Professor Gabriel Nyityo in Makurdi

The Moses Orshio Adasu University community is mourning after Professor Gabriel Nyityo was reportedly killed by unknown gunmen at his Makurdi residence in the early hours of Wednesday. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement.

Jul 8, 2026
Three ECWA Church Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom After 105 Days in Captivity in Kwara
Security & Crime

Three ECWA Church Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom After 105 Days in Captivity in Kwara

Three female worshippers abducted during a March 22 attack on an ECWA Church in Omugo, Kwara State, have regained their freedom after 105 days in captivity. Five other victims reportedly died before the rescue.

Jul 8, 2026
How Tinubu's State Police Initiative Could Reshape Security in Benue
Politics & Governance

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.

Jul 8, 2026
Police Confirm Abduction of Three FULafia Students, One Rescued in Nasarawa
Security & Crime

Police Confirm Abduction of Three FULafia Students, One Rescued in Nasarawa

Three students of the Federal University of Lafia were abducted by gunmen from their off-campus lodge on Tuesday night. Police confirmed one student has been rescued while search operations continue for the remaining victims.

Jul 8, 2026
NIMC Introduces New Identity Act, Reports 136 Million Enrolments Nationwide
Data & Research

NIMC Introduces New Identity Act, Reports 136 Million Enrolments Nationwide

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) says more than 136 million Nigerians and legal residents have been enrolled into the National Identity Database as a new law modernising Nigeria's digital identity system comes into effect.

Jul 7, 2026