Pandemonium as Police Battle Bandits in Benue Community
The bandits were said to have stormed the village around 4 am and attacked the villagers. They started shooting sporadically before…
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Benue North-East: Appeal Court Sacks Suswam from Senate
“The tribunal wrongly evaluated the evidence that was presented before it by the parties in the matter and thereby arrived at an erroneous conclusion that upheld the petition Suswam filed to challenge Udende’s election victory.” Appellate court
NYSC: Governor Alia Approves Huge New Allowances for Corps Members, Medical Doctors
The Governor who expressed hope that the improved allowances would boost the morale of the corps members reminded them of the importance of their services to the unity of the country
How Okada Rider Rapes Eight-month-old Pregnant Lady to Stupor –Police
The incident occurred around 7 pm when the woman was returning from the market. She flagged down an Okada man and bargained with him to take her home.
Security Arrests Catechist Trying to Escape With Corpse of Lady He Allegedly Impregnated
“Unfortunately, he was caught while trying to carry the corpse out of the village and flee”. Eyewitness.
Ortom Goes Blunt in Description of Buhari’s Failure
“I served under the then President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration and we all saw how Nigeria flourished under that administration. We all knew what the prices of goods and services were at the time.” He said.
Chaos As Thugs Take Over Benue Assembly, Harass Lawmakers Opposing Ortom’s Pension Bill
Consequently, the suspension of sitting affected the controversial executive pension bill, initiated by the outgoing governor, Samuel Ortom, seeking to place ex-governors and their deputies on gratuity, pension, and other benefits.
Again, Benue Bleeds As Killer Herdsmen Launch Fresh Attacks, Claim 46
Speaking to journalists, the Special Adviser to Governor Samuel Ortom on Security, Lt. Col. Paul Hemba (retd.), described the incident as “very tragic and painful.”
PHOTOS: Tears As Missing Benue Varsity Student Found Dead
The student was reported missing three days ago and all efforts made to locate her whereabouts proved abortive.
2023 General Elections: Gov. Ortom Breaks Silence, Tells Benue Residents Who To Vote For
Ortom, who spoke at a Town Hall meeting in Makurdi the State capital over the weekend said the 2023 election should not be based on party, stating that all the political parties in the country had failed Nigerians.
Senatorial Race: Court Rules On PDP Suit Seeking Disqualification of Ortom
Ortom seeks to contest to represent Benue North-West Senatorial District in the Senate.
Tragedy As Armed Herders Strike Again In Makurdi
“They are destroying our farms that are our sources of livelihood and if you complain they kill you. Most of us borrowed huge funds to cultivate the farms and they allow their cows to destroy everything. The people are just on a mission to displace our people and maybe take over our land before the 2023 elections.” He said
Strange Death: Tears As 11 People Lose Lives In Benue
“When the incident happened experts from the state Ministry of Health were immediately sent in to investigate the strange deaths. Though the result of the investigation…”
Reactions As Gov. Ortom Apologises After Reprisals Over Comments Against Atiku, Fulanis
“I want to say that was not what I meant when I was captured saying that. But all the same, I know that it would amount to logical fantasy if people have taken it the way I did but I want to say to those who are so offended by my remarks, I am very sorry. I didn’t mean that.”
2023: Obi Bids For New Nigeria, Makes Bogus Promises In Benue
“With Obi and Datti, a new Nigeria is possible and I dare to say that Nigerians can hold me responsible if we do not turn Nigeria around for good”. He said.