Sequel to the scheduled date for the elections, the governorship candidates for the two major political parties in Benue State had released their blueprint
Following the ripple effect of the redesigned naira currency as part of the activities of the Nigerian federal government in the implementation of the Nigeria Cashless Policy, the country is now thrown into an unfortunate hardship, and Benue varsity students are not left out.
An online survey through a cloud-based platform (Google Form) conducted by David Arome to assess knowledge, perceptions, challenges, and mitigating factors of environmental plastic pollution. The responses of the participants are shown in the chart below:
Residents of Makurdi, the Benue State Capital, are having low celebrations as they lament the undue cost of transportation from the state.
“Benue state is the Food Basket of the Nation as a slogan has undoubtedly been abused. Lack of access roads is one of the many factors contributing to hunger in the state.” Isaac Ode, a 52-year-old farmer said.
The Liberalist Centre for Education, a Nigeria-based libertarian think tank promoting pro-freedom ideas for human flourishing, has trained journalists on pro-freedom reporting.
After days of consistent rainfall some areas in the capital of Benue state have been flooded with goods worth millions lost.
“Determine whether ASUU has the right to embark on strike over disputes as is the case in this instance by compelling the Federal Government to employ its payment platform and determine the extent of the union’s demands since 20
Several netizens of Benue origin have taken to social media to reminisce about the good old days when the library was still in use and in good shape.
Explore the inspiring, yet uncertified, Guinness World Record dreams of 10 individuals from Benue State. A photostory of ambition and perseverance.
Nigerian cyclist Emmi Wuks begins an epic bicycle journey from Nigeria to the USA. His mission: raise awareness for vulnerable children and IDPs. Follow his inspiring ride.
Nigeria’s response to soldier deaths has become numb, as repeated tragedies spark little national outcry or mourning for fallen heroes.
Empowering Youth for Climate Advocacy and Renewable Energy, Our Mission Human and Social Impact Initiative trained 100 youth in Nasarawa State, equipping them with essential skills to drive sustainable change and climate action.
Climate change is pushing Nigerian farmers into debt and poverty, disrupting harvests with erratic rainfall and flooding. Urgent action, support, and policy implementation are needed to safeguard their livelihoods and future.
Home births are on the rise in Benue State, not because they are safer, but because public health facilities are broken beyond trust. Pregnant women are turning to unsafe havens of giving birth at home and even patronizing traditional birth attendance (TBA). By: David Arome For 22-year-old Martha Agur, living in the Ageraga – kohol community, Kwande LGA, Benue State, giving birth at a government-owned health facility was never an option to accept. The closest health clinic to her is a distance away with no functional delivery equipment, no midwives and no power supply. Martha recalled her ordeal at the health clinic she once visited: “I have been there; the health worker told me they had no gloves, medicines or even delivery beds.” Her husband, Agur, a subsistence farmer, had once sold off their only goat to pay for Martha’s antenatal visit to the town. But could no longer afford […]
In Kwara State, Nigeria, the tragic case of Hafsoh Lawal exposes the deadly consequences of technology-facilitated gender-based violence. What began as an online connection quickly turned into a brutal reality, highlighting the urgent need to address this growing crisis in the digital age. By: Sanni Alausa-Issa On February 14, 2025, four days after Hafsoh Lawal was declared missing in Ilorin, Kwara State, a dismembered body was found. It was hers. She was 23. Four days prior, Hafsoh had vanished after attending a friend’s naming ceremony, never to return home. Her frantic family alerted authorities, triggering an urgent search. The digital trail from Hafsoh’s phone had led investigators to a house in Ilorin’s Offa Garage area, uncovering the unimaginable: Hafsoh’s dismembered remains concealed grotesquely in a bowl. The ring, once a simple token of youthful identity, had now become an emblem of unspeakable horror. It was all her father, Ibrahim Lawal, […]
In Benue State, chronic drug shortages and inadequate healthcare facilities are pushing residents into a dangerous reliance on self-medication. With local health centers frequently out of stock and lacking essential supplies, many people are turning to unregulated treatments from street vendors, fueling a growing crisis of drug misuse and antimicrobial resistance.
Fear and frustration have become the order of the day in the icy heights of Plateau State. From the quiet farms of Bassa to the thick forests of Barkin Ladi, everyday people are saying, “enough is enough” after the series of attacks that have characterized the region for years now.
Benue is under siege. Our communities are grieving. Our lands are soaked in tears. Our farmers, the backbone of Nigeria’s food security, are being driven from their ancestral homes.” Governor Hyacinth Alia
