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Buruku Council Chairman Seeks Urgent Relief for Flood-Affected Etulo Communities
Buruku LGA Chairman Raymond Zege Aondoakura has appealed for urgent relief for flood-affected Etulo communities, citing reported displacement, submerged homes and damaged cassava and rice farms.
Benue Govt Suspends Buruku Boat Union, Orders Arrest of Skipper Over River Mishap
The Benue Government has suspended the Buruku branch of the Nigeria Union of Maritime Workers and ordered the arrest of the boat skipper involved in Saturday’s mishap. Rescue operations and an investigation into the accident are ongoing.
Benue Govt Plans Recruitment of 12,000 Secondary School Teachers as Education Drive Expands
Benue State Government plans to recruit 12,000 teachers into public secondary schools through the Teaching Service Board, as the administration seeks to address manpower shortages and strengthen teaching capacity across the state.
Nasarawa Secures ₦2.6bn Mining Host-Community Development Deal
Nasarawa State Government says it has secured ₦2.6bn from a lithium mining company for development projects in mining host communities in Endo, Nasarawa LGA.
Ortom Accuses Alia Over Peter Obi’s Benue Blockade, Demands Accountability
Former Governor Samuel Ortom has accused Governor Hyacinth Alia of involvement in the blockade of Peter Obi’s planned visit to Yelwata. The state government denies the allegation as police investigate the incident.
Benue Govt Denies Involvement in Reported Attack on Peter Obi’s Convoy
The Benue State Government has denied involvement in the reported stopping of Peter Obi’s convoy at Gyado Villa, saying it was unaware of his visit to the state.
Benue Government Bans Phones, Extra Lessons, Unauthorised School Access as 2026/27 Session Begins
The Benue State Government has introduced stricter school rules for the 2026/27 academic session, banning unauthorised external programmes, mobile-phone use during school hours and extra lessons after regular classes.
Plateau Shuts Schools Over Suspected Diphtheria Cases Amid Fresh Security Concerns
Plateau State has ordered the temporary closure of all public and private primary and secondary schools from September 7 over suspected diphtheria cases. The development comes amid fresh attacks reported in Mangu and Riyom LGAs.
Benue Ranching Policy: Makurdi Priests Reject Federal Plan
Catholic priests in Makurdi Diocese have rejected the reported Federal Government ranching initiative in Benue, calling for consultation with the state government and affected communities.
Akperan Orshi Polytechnic Seeks More Government Support Over Decaying Infrastructure
Akperan Orshi Polytechnic, Yandev, is grappling with ageing infrastructure, inadequate security, poor staff welfare and limited funding, according to its management, which is calling for additional government intervention.