Troops Kill Two Terrorists, Foil Attack on Benue Yam Market

Troops Kill Two Terrorists, Foil Attack on Benue Yam Market

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE, working alongside operatives of the Benue State Civil Protection Guard, have foiled a terrorist attack on Tor Donga Yam Market in Benue State, killing two suspected terrorists identified as Dantaraba and Golozo. According to a statement signed by the Acting Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu Zubairu, the troops responded to a distress call […]

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Troops Kill Four Criminals, Rescue Kidnap Victims in Benue, Taraba Crackdown

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have neutralised four criminals, rescued two kidnapped victims and recovered arms during a series of operations across Benue and Taraba states. In a statement signed by the Acting Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu Zubairu, the military said two armed robbers were killed during an operation along the Rafin Kada–Donga road in Taraba State, where troops also […]

June 8, 2026 6

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Troops Kill Four Criminals, Rescue Kidnap Victims in Benue, Taraba Operations

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have neutralised four criminals, rescued two kidnapped victims and recovered arms and ammunition during a series of operations across Benue and Taraba states. According to OPWS, troops on patrol along the Rafin Kada–Donga road in Taraba State engaged armed robbers, killing two and recovering an AK-47 rifle, magazines, ammunition and cash. In Benue State, troops responding to a kidnap incident […]

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Benue Governor Backs Tinubu’s Military Upgrades to Combat Insecurity

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has praised President Bola Tinubu for providing the Nigerian Army with improved weapons and military equipment to help tackle the country’s growing security challenges. In a statement signed by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the governor made the remarks on Thursday while receiving the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, during a courtesy […]

March 8, 2026 12

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Army chief praises troops in Benue, orders continued operations against terrorists

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has praised troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke for what he described as their resilience and commitment to restoring security in communities affected by violence. Speaking to soldiers at the 401 Special Forces Brigade in Makurdi on Tuesday, the army chief said the troops’ operations had helped weaken criminal groups and allowed some displaced residents […]

March 4, 2026 21

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BENUE BLOODSHED: Military Checkpoint Clash Claims Over 20 Lives in Katsina-Ala

By Our Reporter A devastating incident occurred at the military checkpoint in Ugba Junction, Amaafu, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, claiming the lives of over 20 people. The tragedy unfolded when a commercial driver was stopped by military personnel and allegedly asked to pay 200 Naira, but offered 100 Naira, leading to an argument. The situation escalated, with the Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers […]

November 29, 2025 47

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Benue gov congratulates Uzodimma

The Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has congratulated his Imo State counterpart, Hope Uzodimma, on his re-election. The congratulatory message was contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula in Makurdi. Alia said Uzodimma’s landslide victory showed that he is the true choice of the good people of Imo. He said the outcome of the election was heartwarming, noting that the margin of victory was an indication […]

November 13, 2023 43

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Suspected herdsmen raid Benue communities, kill PPRO’s relatives

A total of seven people were said to have been killed, among them three cousins of the Spokesperson for the State Police Command, SP Catherine Anene, by suspected Fulani herdsmen. The onslaught was said to have happened at Tse Gamber in Sengev and Nagi, Mbachohon Council wards, all in the Gwer West local government area of Benue State. Residents reported to our correspondent that communities were targeted by herdsmen in […]

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