Body of missing young woman recovered from river in Benue

The Benue State Police Command has commenced investigation into the d3ath of a woman, Miss Usange Janet, whose body was recovered from River Agbuu in Gwer East Local Government Area.

Janet was reported missing on December 11, 2025 after she left home for farm work in Mbabur community, where she was living with her elder sister and brother-in-law.

Efforts to locate her after she failed to return led to the discovery of her slippers, a wheelbarrow and farm tools at the farm site. 

Her body was later found in the river on Sunday by a local resident, who alerted members of the community.

The incident has reportedly triggered tension in the area, following allegations surrounding the circumstances of her death.

Relatives of the deceased were said to have set ablaze a house belonging to a community member. 

Community leaders and concerned residents have appealed to security agencies and the Gwer East Local Government authorities to intervene and prevent further breakdown of law and order.

The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in the area confirmed the incident and said investigation was ongoing.