Sunday news in benue

Here are some of the top news stories from Benue State, Nigeria for Sunday:

Breaking News

• Flood Wreaks Havoc in Makurdi: Heavy rainfall on Saturday night caused flooding in several parts of Makurdi, the capital city of Benue State, leaving many residents stranded and properties destroyed. The Benue State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has been deployed to the affected areas to provide assistance.

Politics

• Benue APC Crisis Deepens: The crisis in the Benue State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has deepened, with two factions of the party claiming to be the authentic leadership. The faction led by the state chairman, Abba Yaro, has accused the faction led by the senator representing Benue North, George Akume, of hijacking the party's structures.

Security

• Police Foil Robbery Attempt in Otukpo: The Benue State Police Command has foiled an attempted robbery in Otukpo, a town in the state. The police said they arrested five suspects and recovered stolen items, including a car and a motorcycle.

Sports

• Benue Queens Win NWFL Championship: The Benue Queens, a team from the state, have won the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) championship. The team defeated their opponents, Bayelsa Queens, 2-1 in the final match played at the Benue People's Stadium in Makurdi.

Education

• Benue State University to Resume Academic Activities: The Benue State University (BSU) has announced that it will resume academic activities on Monday, after a prolonged strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). The university's management has assured students that all necessary measures have been taken to ensure a smooth resumption.

Health

• Benue State Government Launches Malaria Eradication Programme: The Benue State government has launched a malaria eradication programme aimed at reducing the incidence of the disease in the state. The programme, which is being implemented in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), will focus on providing free malaria treatment and prevention services to residents of the state.

These are some of the top news stories from Benue State for Sunday.