Friday, June 26, 2026

Benue

April 23, 2026

Police inaugurate violent crime response unit in Benue

Mr Emenari noted that the newly constituted unit would serve as a centralised response arm for critical incidents.

Armed policemen in Benue State.
April 23, 2026

HEDA warns Nigerian farmers of 2026 flood risks

HEDA has issued an advisory on the 2026 flood outlook, warning farmers and stakeholders of widespread risks across Nigeria.

Flooded Maiduguri
April 20, 2026

Nigeria’s Weather Advisory: NiMet forecasts rainfall, sunshine nationwide

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has predicted rainy and sunny weather nationwide from Monday to Wednesday.

Flood-ravaged Kaduna community
April 15, 2026

Benue: Amnesty International condemns killing of nine by gunmen

The organisation called on authorities in Nigeria to take immediate and decisive action.

Amnesty International
April 15, 2026

Experts urge policy reforms to boost financial inclusion in northern Nigeria 

Mr Zango noted that many government programmes fail due to inadequate understanding of community realities.

Northern Nigeria
April 15, 2026

Lagos, Kwara, Jigawa, 30 other states will experience flooding this year: Minister

The minister said 35 states would face moderate flood risk, while Ekiti State remained the only state not affected.

Flooding in Sokoto State.
April 13, 2026

NHRC calls for comprehensive national policy on protection of human rights

Tony Ojukwu made the call in reaction to the recent escalating attacks on both the military and civilian population in some parts of the country.

IDPs
April 10, 2026

Stakeholders begin two-day workshop on poverty index for economic planning

Stakeholders across key economic sectors from four North-Central states commenced a two-day workshop in Abuja on Thursday to examine Nigeria’s poverty index.

A poor neighbourhood used to illustrate the story
April 6, 2026

Bandits, Terrorists: Tinubu’s insecurity scorecard in Q1 2026 violent killings

“I am reassured that the citizens appreciate our efforts. I will continue to remind us of the imperative of unity and oneness,” said Mr Tinubu.

President Bola Tinubu
April 4, 2026

Easter: IG deploys special forces, 250 tactical officers to secure Benue

Mr Emenari assured residents of the command’s readiness to maintain law and order before, during, and after the Easter festivities.

Olatunji Disu