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ADC Benue Gubernatorial Hopeful Hembe Commits to Single Term to Facilitate Power Shift
Herman Hembe, the ADC governorship candidate for Benue, has pledged to serve only one term to support power rotation and enable Benue South to lead the state by 2031.
Military forces dismantle insurgent base and apprehend five in Benue operation
Operation Whirl Stroke troops destroyed a suspected militant hideout and arrested five suspects in Benue State during a targeted intelligence-led operation.
Abducted Seminarian in Benue Secures Escape
A seminarian kidnapped in Benue State has escaped his captors and safely returned to his family, according to the Catholic Diocese of Otukpo.
Abducted Benue seminarian regains freedom
Kelvin Ochai, a seminarian kidnapped in Benue State, has safely escaped his captors and reunited with his family, church officials confirm.
Discrepancies Emerge Between Benue Police and Catholic Diocese Regarding Missing Seminarian
Disagreements exist between the Catholic Diocese of Otukpo and Benue police over the circumstances behind the disappearance of seminarian Kelvin Ochai.
Seminarian kidnapped during raid on Catholic Bishop’s home in Benue
A Catholic seminarian named Kelvin Ochai has been abducted by gunmen following an attack on the Bishop's residence in Benue State's Otukpo area.
Northern Senators Decry Recent Violence in Benue and Kaduna, Support Federal Security Initiatives
Northern senators have denounced recent deadly attacks in Benue and Kaduna states while endorsing the federal government's plan to expand the Nigerian Army to combat insecurity.
Otukpo Imposes Curfew Following Deadly Violence in Benue
Otukpo Local Government has ordered an overnight curfew following an attack in the Efeyi community that left over 22 people dead and many injured.
Otukpo Enforces Overnight Curfew After Deadly Attack in Benue State
Otukpo Local Government has established a nightly curfew after 22 people were killed in an attack on the Efeyi Ugboju community, sparking protests and a police investigation.
Benue PDP Reaffirms Michael Aondoakaa’s Eligibility for 2027 Gubernatorial Bid
The Benue PDP has refuted allegations regarding the eligibility of its 2027 governorship candidate, Chief Michael Aondoakaa, labeling the claims as politically motivated and legally baseless.