The Benue State House of Assembly has approved the removal of the state’s Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Maurice Ikpambese, citing allegations of financial impropriety and […]
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Seven Killed in Early Morning Attack by Gunmen in Naka Town, Benue State
In a tragic incident, gunmen attacked Naka town, the headquarters of Gwer West Local Government Area in Benue State, early Tuesday morning, killing seven people. […]
Gunmen Assassinate Humanitarian Worker Chris Terfa Akpu in Makurdi
Tragedy struck in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, as gunmen brutally murdered humanitarian worker Chris Terfa Akpu on Friday. The assailants attacked Akpu in his […]
Over 30 Killed in Benue Village as Local Militias Clash in Brutal Reprisal Attacks
The Benue Government has confirmed the killing of over 30 people by local militias in Ayati village, Ukum Local Government Area, on Thursday night. Commissioner […]
Suspected Herdsmen Attack Leaves Ten Injured in Antsa Community Benue State; Youths Block Key Road in Protest
Ten individuals were injured following an attack by suspected herdsmen in the Antsa community on Monday morning. Antsa is located on the busy North Bank […]
Benue State: Gwer West Indigenes Block Road in Protest Against Killings
Indigenes of Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State took to the streets to protest the recent killings in their communities, blocking the Makurdi-Naka […]
Ortom to Face Questioning: Judicial Commissions Set to Quiz Ex-Governor!
After five weeks since the inauguration of two judicial commissions of inquiry to investigate the activities of former Governor Samuel Ortom, Arewa PUNCH investigations reveal […]
Benue State Under Siege: Bandits Ravage Nine Communities, Leaving Devastation in Their Wake!
Bandits have launched attacks on nine communities in Benue State’s Apa Local Government Area, resulting in fatalities and the destruction of homes. The affected communities […]
Deadly Clash Rocks Benue State: Over 50 Feared Dead in Militia Battle
The Gbagir community in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State was plunged into chaos on Tuesday as armed Fulani militia, reportedly supported by local […]