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Nigeria: Gov Yusuf Seeks Justice Over Killings of 2 Kano Indigenes in Benue

Bola Tinubu · Makurdi

Nigeria: Gov Yusuf Seeks Justice Over Killings of 2 Kano Indigenes in Benue

Coverage: 4 sources

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has condemned the killing of two Kano indigenes in Makurdi, Benue State.See the Story

EFCC Arrests Governor Alia's Aide Mkor Aondona over Alleged Sextortion

Research · Makurdi

EFCC Arrests Governor Alia's Aide Mkor Aondona over Alleged Sextortion

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

Operatives of the Makurdi zonal directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested Dr Mkor Aondona, the Special Adviser to See the Story

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

Makurdi · Makurdi

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

Coalition: Ortom’s Ally Resigns From PDP

Mr David Olofu, former Commissioner for Finance and Budget (2015-2023) under the immediate past Benue governor, Chief Samuel Ortom, has resigned his membership of the People’s By Emmanuel Antswen Mr David Olofu, former Commissioner for Finance and Budget (2015-2023) under the immediate past Benue governor, Chief Samuel Ortom, has resigned his membership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Olofu announced his resignation in a letter addressed…Justice · Makurdi See the Story

Reps Call for Improved Security for Nigerians

The House of Representatives has unanimously called on the Army and other security agencies to improve their services to enhance the protection and security of Nigerians. By Ikenna Osuoha The House of Representatives has unanimously called on the Army and other security agencies to improve their services to enhance the protection and security of Nigerians. This resolution was taken following motions of urgent national importance moved by Reps. Z…Makurdi · Makurdi See the Story

Benue varsity matriculates 9,991 new students

The Reverend Father Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, has officially welcomed 9,991 new students into its academic community during its 32nd Matriculation Ceremony held on Friday at the New Convocation Square. Addressing the freshers, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Simon Terver Ubwa, congratulated the students on their admission and urged them to embrace hard work, discipline, […] The post Benue varsity matriculates 9,991 new studen…Makurdi · Makurdi Read Article

Dangote Cement Empowers 50 Farmers For Agro-business - NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

Dangote Cement empowers 50 farmers for agro-business 17 total views todayThe Dangote Cement has launched a Farmers Empowerment Programme (FEP) in Benue to support the government’s food security efforts. The initiative is aimed at enabling 50 farmers to produce subsistence and cash crops in commercial quantity from Benue, which is considered to be the food basket of the nation. The programme is […] NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIAMakurdi · Makurdi Read Article

Nigeria's broken covenant: The state, insecurity, and the betrayal of ...

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Benue Government Bars Press from Overcrowded IDP Camp - Truth Nigeria

As Thousands – Including Pregnant Mothers — Suffer Hunger and Disease By Mike Odeh James and Olikita Ekani (Makurdi) Benue’s State Government is stopping reporters from entering the swollen Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Makurdi Market, where 4,000 civilians endure deplorable conditions, TruthNigeria has learned. Many there survived the terrorist atrocity on Yelewata June 14. […]Makurdi · Makurdi Read Article

ears and Tributes as Governor Alia Mourns Late Cousin at Memorial Mass in Benue

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, led a somber memorial mass at St. John’s Catholic Church in Makurdi to honor his late cousin, Chief Augustine Iorpuu Alia, who passed away on June 15, 2025, at the age of 62. The service, attended by over 2,000 mourners, including traditional rulers, state officials, and community members, was marked by heartfelt tributes and tears as Alia described his cousin as a “pillar of family unity and a champ…Makurdi · Makurdi Read Article

APC National Chair: North central deserves a chance - Onjeh makes case for Al-Makura

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Comrade Daniel Onjeh, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Benue South Senatorial District in the 2023 elections, hasMakurdi · Makurdi Read Article

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