Benue news for today and world

Here are some news updates from Benue State and around the world:

Benue News

  1. Flood Woes Continue in Benue: Heavy rainfall has continued to wreak havoc in Benue State, with many communities submerged in floodwaters. The state government has appealed for assistance to mitigate the effects of the disaster.
  2. Tiv/Jukun Crisis: Benue Govt. Meets with Stakeholders: The Benue State Government has held a meeting with stakeholders from the Tiv and Jukun communities to address the ongoing crisis between the two ethnic groups. The meeting aimed to find a lasting solution to the conflict.
  3. Benue Farmers Cry Out Over Insecurity: Farmers in Benue State have lamented the increasing cases of banditry and kidnapping in the state, which has affected their farming activities. They have called on the government to take decisive action to address the security challenges.

World News

  1. US-Iran Tensions Escalate: The United States has imposed new sanctions on Iran, which has responded by increasing its uranium enrichment activities. The tensions between the two countries have raised concerns about the possibility of a military conflict.
  2. UK-EU Trade Talks Hit Snag: Trade talks between the United Kingdom and the European Union have hit a snag, with both sides failing to agree on key issues such as fishing rights and state aid. The talks are crucial for determining the future of the UK's relationship with the EU.
  3. China Reports First Human-to-Human Transmission of New Virus: China has reported a case of human-to-human transmission of a new coronavirus, which has sparked concerns about the spread of the disease. The virus has already killed several people in China and has been detected in other countries.
  4. Nigeria's Economy Grows by 2.3%: Nigeria's economy has grown by 2.3% in the third quarter of 2020, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. The growth is attributed to an increase in the agricultural sector and a recovery in the oil sector.
  5. South Africa's President Resigns: South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has announced his resignation, effective immediately. The resignation comes amid allegations of corruption and abuse of power.

These are just a few of the news updates from Benue State and around the world. I hope you find them informative and helpful.