By Miriam Humbe The Defence Headquarters has announced that throughout the month of October, over 217 terrorists and criminals were neutralized, with 333 terrorist/criminals arrested and 349 kidnap victims rescued in nationwide operations. Within the same period, 70 insurgents surrendered to troops, while 105 arms and 3174 rounds of ammunition were recovered. Major General Michael Onoja, the Director, Defence Media Operations at the Defence Headquarters Abuja, disclosed this on Friday at a press briefing on ongoing military operations for the month of October 2026. Similarly, the overall successes recorded in the fight against crude oil theft have continued to frustrate…
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By Francis Atume, Makurdi The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Benue State, Tersoo Kula, has urged Benue people to stand with his Principal,Hyacinth Alia to enable him consolidate his achievements in the state. Kula, who made the call in a statement yesterday in Makurdi, said Benue State is being rebuilt and reformed under the Alia administration. According to him, the impact of the reforms is being felt across all segments of the society. “This State, I mean Benue State, is being rebuilt and reformed. A woman selling yams in the market is happy. Farmers are happy; the state…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Navy has reinforced its commitment to community development and improved access to essential healthcare with the commissioning of a newly constructed healthcare facility at Abwor/Oyis, Lankan District, Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State, under the Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Special Intervention Quick Impact Project Scheme. The facility, commissioned on 29 October 2026, comprises male and female wards, a maternity unit, a nurse station, a labour room and supporting conveniences. The CNS, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, who was the Special Guest of Honour, was represented at the ceremony by the Chief of Administration,…
By Francis Atume, Makurdi A member of the Presidential Campaign Team, PCT and Convener of the Alternative Movement, Otunba Segun Showunmi, has charged Benue people to shun divisive and tribal politics for the state to take its rightful place at the national table where development issues are discussed. Showunmi, whose group is working for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu, gave the charge during a Renewed Hope media parley with journalists held yesterday in Makurdi. He said the Alternative Movement was in Benue to feel the pulse of the people, gauge their excitement and assess the level of support President…
By Miriam Humbe The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Yu Dunhai, has revealed hat China had approved a 200-million-yuan grant, equivalent to 30 million dollars, for Nigeria’s economic and social development. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Bagudu, disclosed this at the signing ceremony in Abuja on Thursday. Bagudu thanked the Chinese government for its continued support, describing the agreement as evidence of strong bilateral relations and shared development objectives. He said the grant formed part of broader engagements under the Nigeria-China comprehensive strategic partnership. Dunhai said the funds would support mutually agreed projects designed to deliver direct…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) strengthened business relations and enhanced trade facilitation with the US Chamber of Commerce, the US-Africa Business Centre (USAfBC), and the American Business Council (ABC) at a quarterly meeting in the NCS Headquarters’ ICT Auditorium, Maitama, Abuja. During the meeting, held on 28 October 2026, the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, represented by the Deputy Comptroller General of Customs in charge of Tariff and Trade, Caroline Niagwan, said the visit will strengthen collaboration and economic cooperation between Nigeria and the United States. Niagwan reaffirmed the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to institutional…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, AM, has commended the Nigerian Navy team for emerging champion at the 2026 Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) Cyber Drill Finals, organised by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in partnership with SecDojo on 27 October 2026. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Director of Naval Information disclosed this in a statement. The Nigerian Navy team, comprising Lieutenant Commander JE Peter, Lieutenant YS Danladi, Lieutenant MM Huseini, Sub-Lieutenant IB Gaya and Sub-Lieutenant A Adam, secured the victory at the National Cyber Security Conference (NCSC) 2026, demonstrating…
By Francis Atume, Makurdi A group known as Ebenezer Christian Relief Initiative,ECRI,has rejected the proposed pilot ranching scheme in Benue State and called on the Federal Government to instead prioritize the return of Internally Displaced Persons,IDPs, to their ancestral homes. Chairman of the group, Dr. Augustine Akpen-Leva, made public position of the group during a press conference held yesterday in Makurdi, where he argued that there was no place for pilot ranching in the state. Leva noted that Benue State has an existing legal framework prohibiting open grazing and providing for regulated livestock management, stressing that any initiative introduced by…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Joint Task Force (JTF) Operation WHIRL STROKE have arrested two suspected terrorist logistics suppliers and two suspected armed robbers in separate operations in Benue State. Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu Zubairu, the Acting Media Information Officer HQ JTF Operation WHIRL STROKE disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. On 28 October 2026, troops of Sector 1, Operation WHIRL STROKE, acted on intelligence concerning the presence of two suspected bandits’ logistics suppliers in Abaji Community. The suspects allegedly provide logistical support to a bandit kingpin operating across River Yooyo in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue…
On behalf of the NYSC family, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Corps Members on your remarkable achievement in completing your national service. You have answered the call to serve with courage, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the ideals of our great nation. Your patriotism, resilience, selfless service, and unwavering dedication have inspired hope and set a shining example for others to emulate. You have shown that the true spirit of service lies in giving your best for the greater good. The impactful projects you initiated and the lives you touched in your host communities…
By Miriam Humbe The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has sustained its offensive against terrorist elements through coordinated intelligence-led operations across the theatre. Captain Mohammed Goni, the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. On 26 October 2026, troops conducted engagements against suspected terrorist elements at separate locations in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State, following intelligence reports and surveillance observations. Battle Damage Assessment indicated that 28 terrorists were neutralised, while six others reportedly sustained injuries. In further operations on 28…
By Miriam Humbe Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have recorded significant operational successes against terrorists in Zamfara and Sokoto States, demonstrating their unwavering determination to protect lives and property and restore lasting peace across the Joint Operations Area. Captain Tamuno Sinivie, the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. On 28 October 2026, troops of Sector 2, while conducting a fighting patrol to clear the Anka–Guruzu Road in Zamfara State following reports of terrorist activities, came under a coordinated ambush…