57 h. ago Otukpo Killings: Mark Condemns Renewed Attacks, Urges Vigilance

Former Senate President David Mark has strongly condemned the recent attacks on communities in Benue State, particularly in Otukpo and Ado local government areas, where suspected armed herdsmen reportedly killed no fewer than 15 people on Tuesday night. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja by his special adviser on Media, Paul Mumeh, […]

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3 d. ago Many feared killed as herders renew attacks on Benue community

Panic gripped residents of Otobi community in the Akpa district of Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State on Tuesday evening as suspected armed herders launched a fresh attack, leaving several people feared dead and hundreds displaced. A resident of the area, Edwin Emma, confirmed the assault in a distressed phone call to journalists. “We Read More

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3 d. ago Benue: Many villagers killed in fresh herdsmen attack, 3 corpses recovered

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Villagers in Otobi community, Akpa District, Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, are fleeing as suspected herdsmen have attacked, reportedly killing residents and burning houses. As of this report, three corpses have been recovered. Locals said the gunmen invaded around 5:30 pm on Tuesday, killing an unconfirmed number of people, […] The post Benue: Many villagers killed in fresh herdsmen attack, 3 corpses recovered appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago EFCC Arrests 25 Suspected Fraudsters In Benue, Recovers Expensive Items

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, in Makurdi Zonal Directorate, have arrested 25 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations within Benue State. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the suspects were arrested on Tuesday April 8 and Wednesday April 9 2025 following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in cybercrimes. READ MORE: “It’s Possible To Achieve […] The post EFCC Arrests 25 Suspected Fraudsters In Benue, Recovers Expensive Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Benue: Villagers flee as armed herdsmen kill two in Gwer West

By Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Residents of Atukpu community in Gwer West Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State have abandoned their homes after suspected herdsmen killed two people near Naka, the council headquarters, on Tuesday. Locals told our correspondent by phone that one victim was murdered in Atukpu village, just one kilometre from Naka along […] The post Benue: Villagers flee as armed herdsmen kill two in Gwer West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Local Security Agents Nab Suspected Notorious Gang Members In Benue Community

At least three persons, suspected to be members of a notorious five-man gang, allegedly terrorising Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State have been arrested by local security agents. It was gathered that the arrests were made through the efforts of local security agencies on Sunday at Ogoli Ugboju community. READ MORE: Unknown Gunmen Attack Commercial […] The post Local Security Agents Nab Suspected Notorious Gang Members In Benue Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Police nab three suspected kidnappers following Benue passengers’ abduction

Security operatives have arrested three suspected kidnappers in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. The suspects were apprehended on Sunday around Ogoli-Ugboju in the local government area. The arrests come after residents of Otukpo town held a protest last Tuesday, demanding action against the rising insecurity in the area and nearby communities. In response, Read More

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2 w. ago Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, abduct passengers

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have hijacked a Benue Links bus belonging to Benue State Transport Company, killing the driver and kidnapping the passengers on board. Our correspondent gathered that the incident took place in Ikobi, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) of the state on Thursday night. According to sources from […] The post Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, abduct passengers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, kidnap passengers

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly hijacked a Benue Links bus belonging to Benue state Transport Company, killing the driver and kidnapping the passengers on board.   Our correspondent gathered that the incident took place in Ikobi, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) of the State on Thursday night.   According […] The post Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, kidnap passengers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue: Herdsmen invade community, residents flee amid killings, abduction

Suspected herdsmen invaded Olena in Asa community, Otukpo LGA of Benue State on Monday night, forcing residents to flee for their lives. According to online reports, Asa community has been under the control of the herdsmen, who have murdered several villagers and abducted others. One of the residents revealed that the community had been under […] The post Benue: Herdsmen invade community, residents flee amid killings, abduction appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Suspected Fulani Headsmen Invade Benue Communities, Kill Villagers

A yet to be ascertain number of persons have been killed by assailants suspected to be Fulani Headsmen in Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State. It was gathered that the criminal elements on Wednesday, stormed Mgbaigbe and Mbaitye, area in a coordinated assault. Confirming the attacks to newsmen on Thursday, President General of Mdzough […] The post Suspected Fulani Headsmen Invade Benue Communities, Kill Villagers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Two soldiers, three others killed in Benue renewed bandits’ attack

Tribune Online Two soldiers, three others killed in Benue renewed bandits’ attack Gunmen suspected to be armed herders have killed five people, including two soldiers, in a renewed attack on two Two soldiers, three others killed in Benue renewed bandits’ attack Tribune Online

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last month Police confirm death of officer, 12 bandits, arrest of 37 suspects in Benue

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Police Command, CP Steve Yabanet, has confirmed the death of one of their officers and 12 bandits in Benue State. In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Catherine Anene, the Commissioner said the officer was killed when bandits ambushed the […] The post Police confirm death of officer, 12 bandits, arrest of 37 suspects in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Police confirm death of Inspector, 12 gunmen in fierce battle

The police in Benue State have confirmed the death of 12 bandits and one police officer, Inspector Terfa Anyiatse, in Buruku Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued late Wednesday, the spokesperson for the state command, Catherine Anene, said the Operation Zenda Joint Task force members embarked on raids across the state Read More

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