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“We won’t be taken unawares” – Ortom sets up committee to prevent kidnapping…

John Ogunsemore May 5, 2021 0

The Benue State Government has set up a committee to look into and forestall insecurity and kidnapping in its schools.The committee has Retired Col. Paul Hemba, Special Adviser on Security to Governor Samuel Ortom as its Chairman and…

Features

I’m disappointed in you – Buhari replies Ortom

John Ogunsemore Apr 30, 2021 0

President Muhammadu Buhari says he is disappointed and sad with the manner Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom reacted to the killings of soldiers and innocent citizens in the state.The president stated this in a Thursday statement…

Metro

3 bandits wielding AK-47 rifles meet bitter end in Benue

John Ogunsemore Apr 28, 2021 0

Three AK-47-wielding bandits have been eliminated and their dangerous weapons recovered in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.The Benue State Police Command confirmed this in a Wednesday statement signed by the Police…

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How bandits killed traditional ruler, 3 others in Benue

John Ogunsemore Apr 23, 2021 0

A traditional ruler, Chief Hyacinth Ajon, and three others have become the latest victims of bandit attacks on communities in Benue State.The Herald learnt that Ajon and one Benjamin Anakula were killed in Tse Zoola, Makurdi local…

Politics

Prof Jerry Gana, 3 others rejoin PDP in Benue

Emmanuel Antswen Apr 10, 2021 0

Former Information Minister Jerry Gana, Amb. Esther Audu, Humphrey Abah and Adakole Ijogi, all former members of the PDP, formally rejoined the party and were re-admitted on Saturday in Makurdi.The ceremony took place at the party’s…

Metro

Lord’s Chosen pastor’s wife stabbed to death in Benue

John Ogunsemore Mar 29, 2021 0

The Police Command in Benue says a 55-year-old suspected to be wife of a pastor has been found dead in Otukpo.Identified as Mrs Eunice Odoba, the police said on Monday that she might have been stabbed to death.State Police Public…

Features

Nigeria will cease to exist if Ortom is assassinated – Wike

John Ogunsemore Mar 20, 2021 0

Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has warned that Nigeria would cease to exist should the assassination plot against his Benue state counterpart, Samuel Ortom, succeed.He also said that the Federal Government would be held…

Politics

MUTA petition: “You’re suppressing the people’s voice” – Ortom tackles…

John Ogunsemore Mar 17, 2021 0

Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has faulted the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Wase after a video emerged of him blocking Mark Gbillah, a Benue State lawmaker, from presenting a petition by a diaspora group.…

Crime

Unknown Gunmen Assassinate Retired DIG’s Wife in Benue – Police

Emmanuel Antswen Mar 13, 2021 0

The Benue Police Command has announced the assassination of Mrs Eunice Aghanya, wife of retired Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Mr Ibe Aghanya, in Makurdi, the Benue capital. The State Police Public Relations Officer…

Government

I have the capability to govern Benue — Atorough

Nicholas Dechi Feb 27, 2021 0

Mr Julius Atorough, a governorship aspirant in Benue, said he is capable of governing the state, stating that he would justify the confidence his people reposed in him if given the mandate to govern the state in 2023.Atorough…

Metro

Enforced disappearance: Benue panel orders police to produce officers of defunct IRT

Edith Nwapi Feb 25, 2021 0

The National Human Rights Commission panel has ordered the police to produce operatives of the disbanded Intelligence Response Team (IRT) in Benue.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the panel is investigating alleged human…

Government

Benue Governor, Ortom Inaugurates 12 New Permanent Secretaries

Emmanuel Antswen Feb 4, 2021 0

Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue on Thursday inaugurated 12 new Permanent Secretaries (PS) and urged them be selfless in service delivery for the development of the State. Inaugurating the Permanent Secretaries in Makurdi, Ortom charged them…

Metro

Court remands girl, 17, who burnt boyfriend to death in Benue

John Ogunsemore Jan 20, 2021 0

A Magistrates’ Court in Makurdi, Benue State has ordered the remand of Esther Alex, the 17-year-old girl that allegedly set her boyfriend's apartment on fire, killing him.This followed the arraignment of the accused by police on…

Metro

“We took blood oath before he deflowered me” – 17-year-old girl that burnt…

John Ogunsemore Jan 16, 2021 0

A 17-year-old girl, Esther Alex has explained the circumstances that caused her to set her boyfriend, Chidinma Omah, ablaze.Alex, who is a 100-level Law student at the Benue State University, Makurdi, set her boyfriend ablaze on Monday…

Government

Benue Government Bans Motorcycles, Illegal Checkpoints

Emmanuel Antswen Dec 29, 2020 0

The Government of Benue has banned the use of motorcycles and operations of illegal revenue checkpoints in Katsina-ala and Ukum Local Government Areas with immediate effect.Matthew Uyina, Permanent Secretary, Bureau…

Government

Benue Assembly Passes 2021 Appropriation Bill of N134.3 Billion

Onyeje Abutu-Joel Dec 18, 2020 0

Benue House of Assembly on Friday passed the 2021 budget of N134.3 billion for the state.The passage followed the presentation of the report of the House Committee on Appropriation by the Chairman, Mr Peter Enemari…

Metro

Death of Domkat Bali, Huge Loss to Nigeria – Samuel Ortom

Emmanuel Antswen Dec 6, 2020 0

Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue on Sunday said the death of former Minister of Defence, Retired Gen. Domkat Bali on Dec. 4, was a huge loss to the country.Ortom said this in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr…

News

Gov. Ortom reacts as Boko Haram attacks Borno Gov’s Convoy

Emmanuel Antswen Sep 26, 2020 0

Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue, on Saturday, condemned the attack on the convoy of his Borno counterpart, Prof. Babagana Zulum, resulting in the death of scores of people, with others sustaining injuries. SEE ALSO: Kaduna: What Northern…

News

Herdsmen Kill Five in Attack on Samuel Ortom’s Village

Tony Abu Momoh Sep 23, 2020 0

Suspected Fulani Herdsmen wreaked havoc on the village of Governor Samuel Otorm in Benue State on Sunday

Security

Benue Police Arrests 96 Suspects Over Alleged Theft, Cultism

Emmanuel Antswen Sep 21, 2020 0

The Police Command in Benue says it has arrested 96 persons over alleged house breaking, theft, armed robbery and cultism in Makurdi, the state capital.SEE ALSO: Four Nigerians Arrested for Allegedly Hacking Bank Networks in the…

News

Benue State Gov., Samuel Ortom Commiserates With Unongo Over Wife’s Death

Emmanuel Antswen Sep 17, 2020 0

Gov. Samuel Ortom, on behalf of the government and people of Benue, has commiserated with Chief Paul Unongo over the death of his wife, Mrs Victoria Unongo.SEE ALSO: Blasphemy: Atiku, Your Silence is deafening - Nigerians cry out This…

Crime

Court Remands Couple Over Alleged Kidnap Of Pregnant Woman

Onyeje Abutu-Joel Sep 17, 2020 0

A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Makurdi, ordered that a businessman, Benjamin Utah and his wife, Ada, be remanded in a correctional centre, for allegedly kidnapping a pregnant woman. SEE ALSO: COVID-19: Benue Govt To Return 40…

Features

Police Recruitment: Cadet Applicants Beaten, Tear Gassed in Benue (Video)

Tony Abu Momoh Sep 4, 2020 0

With fresh police recruits being manhandled and assaulted by their recruiters and trainers, it is no wonder that police officers assault innocent civilians every day.

News

Four Herdsmen Charged For Acts Of Terror In Makurdi

Adebusola Oyerinde Aug 19, 2020 0

Four herdsmen identified as Haruna Haruna, Hassan Abubakar, Husseni Musa and Mohammed Abubakar on Tuesday August 18, were tried in a Chief Magistrates’ Court in Makurdi on charges of acts of terror, criminal conspiracy and kidnapping.…

Crime

Police To Arrest All Persons In Possession Of Prohibited Firearms In Benue

Emmanuel Antswen Aug 17, 2020 0

The Police Command in Benue on Monday said it would arrest all persons in possession of prohibited firearms in the state.SEE ALSO: Pandemic Threat Spurs Greece to Transfer Migrants from Island CampsThis is contained in a statement…

Metro

Abba Kyari’s Team Arrests Benue Lawmaker For Kidnapping, Murder

John Ogunsemore Aug 15, 2020 0

The Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT) headed by DCP Abba Kyari, has arrested a member of the Benue State House of Assembly, Jonathan Agbidyeh for alleged kidnapping, murder, and theft.Reports say that the lawmaker, who represents…

Crime

13 Villagers Killed By Gunmen In Benue, Police Confirms

Emmanuel Antswen Aug 10, 2020 0

The Police Command in Benue, on Monday confirmed the killing of 13 villagers by unknown gunmen in Edikwu District, Apa Local Government Area (LGA).SEE ALSO: How Nigerians reacted to President Buhari's visit to MaliDSP Catherine…

Crime

18-year-old In Court Over Alleged Armed Robbery In Benue State

Emmanuel Antswen Aug 6, 2020 0

The Police Command in Benue, on Wednesday, arraigned one Friday John, 18, before a Makurdi Upper Area Court over alleged armed robbery. SEE ALSO: Cobbler Rapes University Graduate, Shares Sex Video The Police Prosecutor, Insp. Veronica…

Government

Ortom warns Miyetti Allah against operating security outfit in Benue

John Ogunsemore Jul 31, 2020 0

The Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, has vowed to resist any attempt by the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore to set up a security outfit in the state.He stated this in reaction to the group's announcement of the establishment of a…

Security

7 Killed In Benue Community Over Mining Sites’ Compensation

Emmanuel Antswen Jul 11, 2020 0

The Police Command in Benue on Saturday, confirmed the killing of seven persons in Chembe Community of Logo Local Government Area following disagreement over compensation fund for mining sites in the community.SEE ALSO: Apple under…

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