Benue State Archives - Page 2 of 3

Mar

05

2024

Benue Court Dismisses Malicious Claim Against Tiv Men

NewsBenue State

The Chief Judge of Benue State, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, has ruled against a defamatory claim suggesting that Tiv men offer their wives to male visitors for sexual favors under Tiv native law and custom. The judgment was delivered in Makurdi during a case brought by the Incorporated Trustees of Mzough U Tiv against the Tiv Area Traditional Council (TATC). The lawsuit stemmed from assertions made by Venita Akpofure on the Big Brother Naija show, broadcasted by MultiChoice, where she alleged that Tiv men engage in such practices. Counsel to the plaintiff, Douglas Pepe, argued that these claims lacked supporting evidence…

Jan

21

2024

By OHAFIATV

Military confirms losing three men in Agatu during the Benue attack

Metro, NewsArmy, Bandits, Benue State, Herdsmen, Kidnappers, RIP

Three of the military personnel in Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have been reported dead as a result of a brutal armed herdsmen attack on villages in Benue State's Agatu Local Government Area (LGA). Two more personnel were injured while performing their duties, according to an in-depth report of the incident given by OPWS Force Commander Major General Sunday Igbinomwanhia. According to Igbinomwanhia, the military's prompt action was brought on by the large number of inhabitants that left the Okokolo hamlet on Thursday. Upon investigation, the soldiers learned that terrorists, who appeared to be armed herdsmen, were moving to assault the…

Jan

09

2024

By David Okoye

Supreme Court Upholds Benue Governor Alia’s Victory, Benue Journalists Congratulate

NewsBenue State, Politics

In a significant resolution, the Supreme Court affirmed Governor Hyacinth Alia as the legitimate winner of the March 2023 governorship election in Benue. The verdict, delivered on January 8, laid to rest the prolonged legal dispute between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. The Conference of Benue Journalists (CBJ) wasted no time in extending warm congratulations to Governor Alia. In a statement signed by CBJ President Emmanuel Anule, the group acknowledged the finality the judgment brought to the political tussle and emphasized the irrevocable legitimacy it bestowed upon Alia's administration. Anule urged…

Jul

20

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Government of Benue uncovers 2,500 ghost workers

Opinion, PoliticsBenue State, Metro, Opinion, Politics

The Hyacinth Alia-led administration of Benue State has discovered 2,500 phantom employees on the state's payroll. The Governor expressed sadness about the delay in paying the salaries of teachers in elementary and secondary schools as well as local government personnel in a statement released on Thursday by his chief press secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula. According to the governor, the administration uncovered "mindless padding of the wage bill, and other fraudulent manipulations on their payroll" before deciding to postpone the project. According to the governor, the administration uncovered "mindless padding of the wage bill, and other fraudulent manipulations on their payroll"…

May

29

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Rev Fr Alia sworn in as Governor of Benue State

News2023, Benue State, Politics

Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, a Catholic priest, has been sworn in as the Governor of Benue State. He took over from Samuel Ortom, whose tenure elapsed on Monday, May 29. The inauguration ceremony, held at the IBB Square in Makurdi, marked a significant milestone for both the state and the clergy. Dignitaries, religious leaders and citizens from across the state gathered to witness this remarkable event. Reverend Father Alia, alongside his deputy, Sam Odeh, who took the oath of office, pledged to serve the people of Benue State with utmost sincerity, transparency and accountability.