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Gboko Traditional Council Meets Police, DSS Over Reported Child Theft Incidents in Benue
Gboko Traditional Council has met with the Police and DSS over reported child theft incidents in the area, amid concerns among residents about the safety of children.
Odo-Ere Kidnap: Army Reportedly Rescues Father, Search for Two Children
A father was reportedly rescued after an August 6 kidnapping in Odo-Ere, Yagba West, Kogi State, while security forces search for his two children still believed to be in captivity.
Ardo Risku Murder: Families Allege Police Arrested Innocent Youths During Otukpo Food Joint Raid
Families of several youths arrested over the killing of MACBAN Benue Chairman, Alhaji Ardo Risku Mohammed, insist their children are innocent and were detained during a police raid at a food joint in Otukpo.
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.
‘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.
Police Debunk Report Claiming De@th of Abducted Student in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has refuted reports claiming that one of the schoolchildren abducted in Ahoro-Esiele, Oriire LGA, has died in captivity, describing the information as false and unverified. Authorities say rescue efforts are ongoing.
Kidnappers of Oyo Schoolchildren Reportedly Demand ₦1bn Ransom, Sharia Law for Victims’ Release
Kidnappers holding pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have reportedly demanded ₦1 billion ransom and the implementation of Sharia law as conditions for their release, according to local reports.
Benue: Buruku Child Chairman Announces Scholarships, Leads Anti-Trafficking Advocacy at Children's Day Celebration
The ceremonial Child Chairman of Buruku LGA announced scholarships for 10 pupils, advocated stronger action against child trafficking and supported sanitary pad distribution during the 2026 Children's Day celebration held in Tombo.
Benue Marks 2026 Children’s Day as Schools Hold Celebrations Across Communities
Government Secondary School (GSS) Gboko and other schools across Benue joined the 2026 Children’s Day celebration with march pasts, cultural performances and sports activities held in different communities across the state.
GUNMEN KILL ECWA PASTOR, FAMILY MEMBERS, DESTROY FARMLANDS IN FRESH PLATEAU ATTACK
Gunmen stormed Gako village in Plateau State’s Riyom LGA on Sunday night, killing an ECWA pastor, his wife, and their two children. The attackers also destroyed farmlands in nearby communities, worsening fears of insecurity and food shortages in the region.