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Former Benue SSG Prof. David Salifu Assassinated in Ambush
Former Benue SSG Professor David Salifu has died after being shot by gunmen during an ambush on the Wukari–Joota Road while traveling to a family funeral.
Two fatalities reported after armed raid on Benue community
A ranch owner and a vigilante were killed during an early morning raid by 12 armed cattle rustlers in Okpafie, Benue State, with security forces now pursuing the suspects.
Suspected herdsmen raid Benue village, killing two and stealing dozens of cattle
Two individuals were killed and more than 40 cattle were stolen during an attack by suspected herdsmen in Benue State's Okpokwu local government area.
Parents of suspects detained for Ardo Risku’s murder claim innocence of their children
Families of men arrested over the killing of MACBAN Benue chairman Ardo Risku Mohammed maintain their relatives were innocent bystanders caught in a police raid in Otukpo.
Benue For Good Governance Demands APC Respect Primary Election Results
An advocacy group, Benue for Good Governance, is urging the APC to validate primary election results and ensure transparency before finalizing its official candidate list.
Suspected Herders Attack Benue Community, Multiple Fatalities Feared
Armed assailants raided the Sai community in Benue State on Tuesday, resulting in suspected deaths, injuries, and the destruction of numerous homes.
Aondoakaa Calls for Immediate Security Intervention Amidst Rising Violence in Benue
PDP gubernatorial candidate Michael Kaase Aondoakaa demands urgent government action to halt persistent violence in Benue State, criticizing the administration's handling of security resources.
APC Overhauls Benue Primary List, Reinstating Akume Supporters
The APC has revised its Benue State National Assembly candidate list, replacing several candidates supported by Governor Hyacinth Alia with loyalists of SGF George Akume following an internal appeal process.
Benue authorities remove unauthorized roadblocks, caution Civil Protection Guards
Benue State officials have dismantled multiple unauthorized checkpoints and detained rogue members of the Civil Protection Guards to improve road safety and security.
Military Thwarts Terrorist Raid at Benue Yam Market
Operation Whirl Stroke troops and the Benue State Civil Protection Guard stopped a terrorist attack at Tor Donga Yam Market, killing two suspects and recovering weapons.