Presidential aide engages Benue leaders, communities over security, border issues
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North Central), Abiodun Essiet, has begun a three-day dialogue with leaders and communities in Benue State. The visit aims to address security challenges and encourage peace-building through community participation. The engagement is part of the plan of Bola Ahmed Tinubu to strengthen cooperation between government […]
Benue: Senate urges FG to establish military base in Kwande over rising attacks
The Nigerian Senate has urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to establish a military base in Kwande Local Government Area to tackle the growing insecurity in the area. Lawmakers said a permanent military presence would help protect residents and allow displaced people to safely return to their communities. The Senate also asked security agencies to […]
Herdsmen raid Benue community, kidnap women, burn market
Suspected armed herdsmen on Friday afternoon attacked Anwase Market in Mbaikyor, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State, leaving traders traumatised. During the attack, several women were reportedly kidnapped while the market was set on fire, destroying goods and livelihoods. Residents said the attackers emerged suddenly from a nearby mountainous area and began shooting into […]
Gov Alia laments terrorists attacks on Benue communities, vows action
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attacks on Abande and Turan communities in Kwande Local Government Area. The governor described the attacks as a direct challenge to the state and Nigeria’s security system, stressing that those responsible would be confronted decisively. According to a statement issued on Wednesday […]
Gunmen reportedly kill 11 in Benue
On Christmas Day, tragedy struck the Nyiev-ya area of Kwande Local Government Area (LGA) in Benue State as gunmen attacked several communities, leaving at least 11 people dead. The residents, who were celebrating Christmas with their families, were caught off guard when armed attackers, believed to be herders, stormed the villages. The attack targeted communities […]