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Labour Party collapses structure in Ogbadibo, merges fully with ADC

Labour Party collapses structure in Ogbadibo, merges fully with ADC

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The entire structure of the Labour Party (LP) in Ogbadibo Local Government Area has been officially dissolved and integrated into the African Democratic Congress (ADC). This major political shift was announced during an expanded stakeholders’ meeting held on Saturday, July 5, 2025. The development shows realignment in the political landscape of the area, as prominent leaders, members, and grassroots supporters of the Labour Party declared their …See the Story

BREAKING: Protest breaks out in Makurdi as Agan women block federal highway over insecurity

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BREAKING: Protest breaks out in Makurdi as Agan women block federal highway over insecurity

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Women from Agan community in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, on Friday took to the streets to protest the rising insecurity in their area. The angry women blocked the federal highway near the Agan toll gate, carrying leaves and chanting songs to express their frustration. Torkwase, a resident of the area confirmed to DAILY POST that the protest is still ongoing but peaceful. “The protest is currently ongoing at Agan ward, close to the toll …See the Story

Protest rocks Gboko as Christian community decries killings by armed herdsmen in Benue

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Protest rocks Gboko as Christian community decries killings by armed herdsmen in Benue

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, on Friday led a massive protest in Gboko, the heart of Tiv land, to denounce the continued killings of residents in Benue State by suspected armed Fulani herdsmen. Worshippers from various denominations joined the demonstration, marching through major roads with placards, singing solemn hymns, and crying out against the relentless bloodshed. Many were visibly emotional, expressing sorrow and frustration…See the Story

Alia Appoints VC for New Benue University

Benue Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has approved the appointment of Prof. Msughter Amua as pioneer Vice Chancellor of the newly established Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology Ihugh.The appointment was announced in a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tersoo Kula, and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Makurdi, the state capital.Kula said that Alia also approved the appointments of eight oth…Benue · Benue See the Story

Former Benue Governor’s Aide, Okoh Lawrence Resigns From PDP

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A former Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor of Benue State, Comrade Okoh Lawrence, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic PartyMakurdi · Makurdi See the Story

‘Coalition will bring best armies’ – Buba Galadima’s...

Jimin Geoffrey, ex-Senior Special Assistant on Media to the former governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom has decried continuous unprovoked attack on Benue... #politics, #tinubu, #bubagaladima, #adc, #flyingezeMakurdi · Makurdi Read Article

Full list: Benue governor Alia makes fresh appointments

Governor Hyacinth Alia has appointed new officials across Benue parastatals, urging them to deliver on his vision for efficient, accountable governance.Benue · Benue See the Story

Gunmen attack Benue market, kill trader, abduct woman

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Armed men attacked Solozo Market in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State killing one trader and abducting a woman and injuring another. Eyewitness who spoke to Zagazola Makama, revealed that the assailants – estimated to be six men – rode into the market on three Bajaj motorcycles around. 2.20pm. The main targets appeared to be traders who had arrived to buy pepper and other produce. As the gunmen began firing on traders, a 29-years …Benue · Benue See the Story

‘We are still traumatized’—Yelwata IDPs oppose return to attacked community

Tension erupted on Thursday night at the International Market Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Makurdi, Benue State, as displaced residents from Yelewata community staged a protest against plans by the state government to relocate them to their ancestral homes. Hundreds of women, children, and elderly men gathered at the main entrance of the camp, […] The post ‘We are still traumatized’—Yelwata IDPs oppose return to attacked community …Makurdi · Makurdi Read Article

‘PDP reduced to pack of cards’ — Youth leaders, Utuh, Akola dump party in Benue

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In what appears to be a growing wave of discontent within the ranks of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Benue State, two notable youth leaders, John Sunday Uttuh and Prince Akola Julius, have officially resigned their membership of the party. The duo cited internal crises, marginalization and irreconcilable differences as reasons for their defection. In separate resignation letters addressed to their respective ward chairmen, the former lea…Benue · Benue See the Story

Benue PDP resolves to rebuild party, vows to reclaim state in 2027

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue North East Senatorial District (Zone A) said it has renewed resolve to rebuild the party and prepare for a strong comeback in the 2027 general elections. This comes after a caucus meeting held in Lessel, Ushongo Local Government Area, at the residence of the late Chief Aker Gajir. The meeting led by the party’s State Vice Chairman for Zone A, Hon. Abraham Waroh, brought together party executives, stake…Benue · Benue See the Story

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