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27/08/2026

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PEVA BERANDA MARKET TRAGEDY: EIGHT LIVES LOST AS SECURITY AND GOVERNMENT FAILURES COLLIDE

Wednesday, 26 August 2026, has become another tragic day for the people of Peva. About eight people, including women and children, lost their lives, while numerous others were injured after a military gun truck crashed into people inside the crowded Peva Beranda Market.

The military personnel involved are from FOB Wukari and not permanently deployed in Peva. Their presence is limited to Wednesdays, when they es**rt buyers travelling from Wukari to Peva Market because of the worsening insecurity along the route and around the community. After the market activities, they leave the area the same day.

This temporary es**rt arrangement exists because the people of Peva have been living under a frightening security situation, with repeated attacks by suspected Fulani assailants and other criminal activities occurring around the community. Despite this worsening insecurity, the Taraba State Government has failed to provide the people with adequate and permanent security infrastructure capable of protecting lives, property and economic activities.

Today, the very security arrangement that was meant to provide protection ended in another devastating loss of civilian lives.

Findings surrounding the incident indicate that soldiers assigned to the es**rt operation had been consuming alcoholic drinks at their usual location in the market before the tragedy. The driver subsequently started the military gun truck and lost control while moving through the crowded market, crushing people in its path.

The situation became even more tragic when an angry crowd reacted to the initial deaths and injuries. As the soldiers attempted to escape the confrontation, the gun truck reportedly accelerated through the crowded market, causing further casualties.

The soldiers subsequently opened fire into the air to disperse the crowd and create a route for the military vehicles and loaded trucks to l

17/08/2026

MODI WELCOMES DG HOMELAND, AIR COMMODORE GBAMWUAN (RTD), TO UKUM

The Executive Chairman of Ukum Local Government Council, Hon. Jonathan Modi, has welcomed the DG Homeland, Air Commodore Gbamwuan (Rtd.), and his delegation to Ukum ahead of their security assessment visit to Ayaba, Mbaterem, following the recent bandit attack in the community.

The visit is aimed at assessing the security situation on the ground, engaging with affected communities, and strengthening efforts to restore peace and protect lives and property across Ukum.

17/08/2026

A Respectful Appeal to Mr. President and the Governor of Benue State 🇳🇬
With utmost respect to His Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and His Excellency, Governor Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, I speak today as a concerned citizen of Benue State and a Nigerian who loves this country.
Your Excellencies, what is really happening to Benue State?
Yesterday, Sunday, August 16, 2026, our people in Ukum Local Government Area, particularly communities in Mbazun Ward, including Mbaterem, Ayaba, Ikpur, Yina, Aboajio and Ukpen, were attacked. Lives were lost and others were injured. The police confirmed that many deaths and many also have injuries, although other reports have suggested that the actual casualties may be higher.
Mr. President and Governor Alia, I respectfully ask: How long will our people continue to live in fear? How long will our farmers be afraid to return to their farms? How many more families must lose their loved ones before lasting action is taken?
I am not writing this to insult, attack or disrespect any leader. I am speaking because I love Benue, I love Nigeria, and I believe the life of every Nigerian deserves protection.
We respectfully appeal for stronger security, timely intervention, justice for victims and lasting solutions to the insecurity affecting our communities.
Please, let the people of Benue hear your voice. Let them know what concrete steps are being taken to protect their lives and properties.
As a good citizen of Benue State, I believe that speaking up peacefully and respectfully is not disrespect. It is our responsibility to call the attention of our leaders to the suffering of our people.
Benue is part of Nigeria.
Benue people are Nigerians.
Our lives matter.
Our communities matter.
Our future matters. 🇳🇬❤️
May God protect Benue State, guide our leaders and restore lasting peace across Nigeria. 🙏

17/08/2026

FULANI ATTACK ON MBATEREM AXIS OF UKUM LGA OF BENUE STATE

In the early hour of Sunday 16th August, 2026, the Fulanis allegedly attacked over six settlements in Mbaterem axis including: Bom, Ayaba, Ukpen, Yina, Yawe, Aboajio and Gbabo among others. The attack claimed many lives; more of which were men and a few women and children. Many others were matched with varying degree of injuries and are receiving treatment in separate hospitals in Kyado, Zaki-Biam and Jootar towns.

The hoodlums allegedly came through Rafinkada- a Jukun settlement situated at the Benue -Taraba boarder along Wukari - Takum road. It was so surprising that those perpetrators came in in hundreds and surrounded many of those villages at the same time and started matcheting the innocent Tiv people any how.

At the moment, the actual number of casualties have not been ascertained while many persons are missing.

This attack appears to be highly organised such that even after the intervention of security personnel who came and left almost immediately, the hoodlums persevered. They brought in vehicles and Keke napep from Rafinkada and packed uncountable properties and farm produce of the Tiv people who fled for their dear lives. This further point to the fact that, the Fulanis undoubtedly connived with setllers of Rafinkada town for the successful operation.

The old, young and children all are displaced and are stranded, many of whom are trekking to take refuge around kyado, Jootar and Zaki-Biam townships.

It is rather very unfortunate that, upto this moment ( Sunday evening), the settlements are polus, thereby rendering the villagers vulnerable for further attacks.

The Tiv communities are calling on the government to send large number of troops in order to cover the areas so, peace and normalcy can retain.

14/08/2026

city life is and village life....

11/08/2026

SENATOR UDENDE: A NEW PARADIGM IN LEGISLATIVE GOVERNANCE IN THREE YEARS
..In Response to Tyom Alexander & Bede Bartholomew

Leadership is not measured merely by the number of promises made, but by the impact of those promises on the lives of the people.

In three years of his stay in the 10th Senate, of the National Assembly, Distinguished Senator Emmanuel Memga Udende, has demonstrated a new paradigm in legislative representation anchored on effective representation, constituency engagement, intervention projects, empowerment, education, infrastructure and people-centred leadership.

His approach has shown that a Senator can go beyond plenary debates and legislative motions to create tangible value in the constituency.

BILLS AND MOTIONS:

To his credit; Distinguished Senator Udende has sponsored motions and led debates on critical matters including the following :

1.Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters Act 2018 (amendment Bill), which is set to bring the subsisting Act in conformity and ensure Nigeria's compliance with current Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recommendation on the fight against Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing.

2.A bill for the establishment of the Federal Medical Center (FMC) Adikpo in Kwande, has been passed into Law by Nigerian Senate courtesy of Senator Udende.

3.Led the debate on National Social Investment Programme Agency (establishment) Act 2023 (amendment) Bill, 2023 (163) sponsored by Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (Senate leader)

4.Motion for Investigation into the Suspicious Circumstances Surrounding the Nigeria Air Project.

5.Motion on Urgent Need to Construct a Cross Border Road Linking Jato-Aka in kwande LGA of Benue State to "Join Water" (Federal Republic of Cameroon Republic)

6.Motion on the continued killings by suspected terrorists parading as herdsmen leading to increased insecurity in Kwande, Ukum, Logo and Katsina-Ala Local Government Areas of Benue North East Senatorial District of Benue State.

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07/08/2026

✝️CAN A PRIEST WHO LEFT THE PRIESTHOOD RETURN TO ACTIVE MINISTRY? 😲🤔

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This is a question many of you asked after our recent post on how “a priest is a priest forever.”
Let’s answer it clearly, with Church teaching, canon law, and love for the mystery of Holy Orders.

✝️ First, the Theology:

Even if a man leaves active ministry… Even if he is dispensed from priestly duties… Even if he is no longer called “Father”…

👉 He is still a priest forever.

Why?

Because the Sacrament of Holy Orders leaves an indelible spiritual character, a mark on the soul that can never be erased. Just like Baptism and Confirmation, Holy Orders configures the soul forever to Christ.

✝️ The Bible says it:

“You are a priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek.” (Hebrews 7:17)

✝️ The Catechism of the Catholic Church affirms:

“Holy Orders confers an indelible spiritual character and cannot be repeated or conferred temporarily.” (CCC 1582)

Even a laicized priest, one who has been returned to the lay state, remains a priest ontologically.
He may no longer wear the collar or preach publicly, but in danger of death, he can still validly absolve sins (Canon 976). The mark of Christ’s priesthood remains forever.

✝️ But Can He Return to Ministry?

Yes. Canon Law allows for it.
Let’s break it down.

Canon 293 of the Code of Canon Law says:
“A cleric who has lost the clerical state… may not be readmitted to the clerical state except through the decision of the Apostolic See.”

In other words, a priest can return to ministry, but only with permission from the Vatican, usually through the Dicastery for the Clergy (formerly the Congregation for the Clergy).

This requires:

1. A formal petition to the Holy See

2. The bishop’s or religious superior’s recommendation

3. Careful discernment about the circumstances that led to his departure

4. A prudent evaluation of the pastoral good of the Church and the priest’s readiness 🙏

So while it's not automatic, it is very pos

05/08/2026

BREAKING: Tinubu Approves Up to 80% Salary Increase for Nigerian Armed Forces Personnel
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major salary increase for personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces, with adjustments ranging from 30 to 80 percent depending on rank.
The new salary structure, which takes effect from September 1, will benefit about 250,000 military personnel across the country.
According to the approved package, officers above the rank of Colonel, including Brigadier Generals, Major Generals, Lieutenant Generals, and Generals, will receive a 30 percent salary increase. Officers from Colonel to Warrant Officer will enjoy a 50 percent increase, while personnel from Private to Staff Sergeant will receive the highest adjustment of 80 percent.
The salary review will increase the Armed Forces' annual wage bill from ₦660 billion to ₦924 billion, demonstrating the Federal Government's commitment to improving the welfare of military personnel.
President Tinubu said the decision was taken in recognition of the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of members of the Armed Forces in the fight against banditry, kidnapping, terrorism, and other security challenges facing the country.
He reaffirmed his administration's commitment to prioritizing the welfare of troops while continuing efforts to modernize the military through the provision of advanced weapons, equipment, and technological tools needed for effective operations.
The President stressed that national security remains critical to Nigeria's growth and development, noting that no nation can achieve greatness without guaranteeing the safety of its citizens.
He assured Nigerians that his administration would continue to deploy all available military and law-enforcement resources to combat insecurity and protect lives and property across the country.
President Tinubu also urged members of the Armed Forces to see the salary increase as a demonstration of the nation's appreciation for their patriotism and selfless

04/08/2026

Senator Udende: The Benefits of His Motions to Benue North-East

A Response to self acclaimed “Obama of Africa”

To the best of my knowledge, the primary functions of lawmakers are lawmaking, representation, and oversight. Legislators make laws, represent the interests of their constituents, and provide checks on the Executive arm of government.

In your recent outing, you began with the issue of a clinic at Gbeji allegedly being in a poor state, moved to the military invasion of Sankera in 2001 and the payment of compensation running into billions of naira, and then alleged that the compensation was diverted and embezzled without being used for infrastructure.

You further claimed that Distinguished Senator Emmanuel Memga Udende has done nothing for the benefit of Zone A and described him as a “poor farmer,” you condemn his efforts on the establishment FMC at Adikpo among several other allegations.

One is compelled to ask: where did you obtain the facts and evidence that Senator Udende embezzled the compensation funds? Was Senator Udende the Governor of Benue State when the compensation was paid? In what capacity could he have diverted such funds?

Leadership and development are collective responsibilities. That is why our constitutional system is structured into the Executive and Legislative arms, each with distinct functions that complement one another. Councillors, State Houses of Assembly, the House of Representatives, and the Senate constitute the legislative arm, while Local Government Chairmen, Governors, and the President constitute the executive arm.

You must first understand the constitutional roles of each arm of government. Your comments suggest either a misunderstanding of the system or a deliberate attempt to discredit Senator Udende, perhaps because your preferred candidate lost the party primary election, or out of political bias and envy during this election season.
If you understand legislative procedure, you would know that bills pass through

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