Security & Crime
This category covers incidents and developments related to public safety, law enforcement, and criminal activity across Benue State and surrounding areas. It reports on security operations, crime trends, emergencies, and responses from authorities and communities. It aims to provide clear, factual, and responsible coverage that helps the public understand risks, ongoing situations, and broader security dynamics affecting everyday life.
Benue: After Deadly Nobi Attack, Och'Otukpo Orders Herders to Leave Otukpo Kingdom
The Och'Otukpo Odu, Chief John Eimonye, has ordered herders to vacate Otukpo Kingdom following Sunday's deadly attack on Nobi Village. Authorities are yet to issue a comprehensive official update.
Family Raises Alarm Over Alleged Kidnapping of Benue Links Passenger Travelling to Benue
A Benue family has appealed for public assistance after alleging that a woman travelling from Lagos to Benue went missing during her journey. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement.
Gov. Alia Condemns Deadly Otukpo Attack, Orders Security Agencies to Hunt Suspected Perpetrators
Governor Hyacinth Alia has condemned the deadly attacks on communities in Otukpo LGA, directing security agencies to intensify operations and bring the suspected attackers to justice.
Benue: Suspected Fulani Herdsmen Attack Otukpo Community as Angry Youths Take Victims' Bodies to Och'Idoma Palace
At least nine people were reportedly killed in separate attacks on Ugboju and Otukpo Nobi communities in Benue's Otukpo LGA over the weekend, triggering protests and renewed calls for stronger security.
Benue Police Arrest Seven More Suspects, Including 80-Year-Old, Over Killing of MACBAN Chairman
Benue Police have arrested seven additional suspects, including an 80-year-old man, over the killing of the state's MACBAN Chairman, Alhaji Ardo Risku Mohammed, and Yakubu Isa, bringing the total number of arrests to 17.
Police Release Some Youths Arrested Over Fulani Leader's Death in Benue as Investigation Continues
Some youths arrested following the death of a Fulani community leader in Benue State have been released, although police have not yet announced the outcome of their investigation.
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.
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.
'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.
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.