Benue state news headlines

Here are some recent news headlines from Benue State, Nigeria:

Breaking News

  1. Flood Wreaks Havoc in Makurdi, Displaces Hundreds: Heavy flooding has hit Makurdi, the capital city of Benue State, displacing hundreds of residents and causing significant damage to properties. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Benue Government to Establish New University in Katsina-Ala: The Benue State Government has announced plans to establish a new university in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area, aimed at promoting education and economic development in the region. (Source: Daily Trust)

Politics

  1. Benue APC Crisis Deepens as Factional Chairman Emerges: The crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State has deepened, with a factional chairman emerging, sparking concerns about the party's unity and chances in the 2023 elections. (Source: The Nation)
  2. Benue PDP Chieftain, Terwase Akala, Defects to APC: A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State, Terwase Akala, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the PDP's failure to address the state's challenges. (Source: Leadership)

Security

  1. Benue Killings: Police Arrest Suspects, Recover Arms: The Benue State Police Command has arrested suspects linked to the recent killings in the state and recovered arms and ammunition, according to the Commissioner of Police, Fatai Owoseni. (Source: ThisDay)
  2. Fulani Herdsmen Attack Benue Village, Kill 3: Fulani herdsmen have attacked a village in Benue State, killing three people and injuring several others, according to eyewitnesses. (Source: Punch)

Economy

  1. Benue Government to Establish Rice Mill in Gboko: The Benue State Government has announced plans to establish a rice mill in Gboko Local Government Area, aimed at promoting agriculture and creating jobs in the state. (Source: Daily Independent)
  2. Benue Farmers Cry Out Over Insecurity, Low Prices: Farmers in Benue State have cried out over the insecurity and low prices they are getting for their produce, calling on the government to address the challenges. (Source: The Guardian)

Please note that these headlines are subject to change and may not reflect the current situation in Benue State.