19 August 2025 · Makurdi
Scam/fraud in Benue
OpenWatch has recorded 31 reported scam/fraud incidents in Benue State, 0 of them in the last 12 months. That is 2% of every incident recorded in the state, and ranks it 20 of 24 among the states where scam/fraud is reported often enough to profile.
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Latest reported scam/fraud in Benue
1 April 2025 · Makurdi
Three individuals were arrested for attempting to extort a borehole drilling team in Nyoogyungu, Benue State, demanding a fee of N350,000. The suspects were caught on CCTV and have been handed over to the police for further investigation.
2 November 2024
Police in Benue State arrested five individuals for their alleged involvement in internet fraud, specifically impersonation and obtaining under false pretenses. The arrests were made following an investigation by the Cybercrime and Narcotics Department.
25 June 2024 · Ukum
Bandits have levied a tax of N20 million on the Torough community in Ukum LGA, forcing residents to comply due to fear of violence and livestock seizures. The community is reportedly in a state of bondage, unable to report the matter to security agencies.
17 June 2024 · Gwer West
Police arrested three suspected internet fraudsters in Kigh village, Benue State, during a raid. The suspects were found with items believed to be used for cybercrime, including laptops and live ammunition.
14 May 2024 · Makurdi
Police in Benue State arrested 17 suspects linked to a cybercrime academy in Makurdi, where they trained individuals in internet fraud. The operation led to the recovery of several items used in their fraudulent activities.
14 April 2024 · Makurdi
Three suspects were arrested for allegedly stealing diesel from Triacta Construction Company in Makurdi. This incident marks a recurrence of similar thefts at the company.
3 February 2024
NAPTIP dismantled a child trafficking syndicate in Makurdi, rescuing five children and arresting eight suspects involved in the illegal sale of children disguised as adoptions.
25 November 2023 · Ushongo, Vandeikya
Five individuals involved in illegal tax collection were arrested by security agencies in Benue State during operations against illegal roadblocks. The arrests took place in Ushongo and Vandeikya LGAs.
21 November 2023 · Makurdi
Police in Benue State arrested a suspected ritualist and his pregnant wife along with five others for engaging in illegal ritual activities after relocating from Delta State. Additionally, two suspects were arrested in connection with a robbery incident in the same area.
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About these figures
Counts cover incidents classified as scam/fraud in Benue State, drawn from OpenWatch’s incident record, excluding retracted reports and duplicates merged into an earlier report. Figures update hourly. Last recorded: 19 August 2025.
Reported numbers are a floor, not a census. Incidents in remote areas are routinely under-reported, and classification follows how an event was described in reporting, so a low count is not a guarantee of safety. See the full Benue risk profile for every threat type, or the methodology for how incidents are collected and classified.
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