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.
‘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.
“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.
BREAKING: Katsina Government Confirms Death of Kidnapped Retired General Abubakar Rabe in Captivity
The Katsina State Government has confirmed the death of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe, who was abducted alongside his wife in Katsina State two weeks ago. Authorities said he died in captivity from complications related to existing health conditions.
One Dead, Several Feared Kidnapped in Coordinated Bandit Attacks on Kwara Villages
One person was killed and several residents were reportedly kidnapped after armed bandits attacked three communities in Kwara State. Authorities have confirmed some abductions while investigations continue into the full scale of the attacks.
Makinde Explains Delay in Rescue of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers, Cites Difficult National Park Terrain
Governor Seyi Makinde says difficult terrain and the vast expanse of Old Oyo National Park are complicating efforts to rescue over 45 pupils and teachers abducted nearly four weeks ago in Oriire LGA.
Troops Nab Five Suspected Kidnappers, Seize Weapons During Operation in Borno
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested five suspected kidnappers and recovered two AK-47 rifles, magazines and ammunition during an operation in Magumeri LGA of Borno State.
Taraba Govt Debunks Claims of Missing Forest Guards, Says 750 Operatives Deployed
The Taraba State Government has dismissed reports alleging the absence of forest guards in farming communities, insisting that all 750 operatives recruited under the initiative have been deployed across the state's 16 local government areas.
“Nigeria Happened to Me” — Miss UNIJOS Grieves Fiancé K!lled by Bandits
Miss University of Jos, Promise Dikko, has announced the death of her fiancé, whom she said was killed by bandits, just months before their scheduled wedding in December 2026.