Ex-Benue Councillor Remanded Over Alleged Assault and Attempted Murder of Woman
A former councillor representing Awume-Icho Ward in Benue State, Daniel Ujah, has been remanded at the Otukpo Correctional Centre over allegations that he assaulted a woman and pushed her into a fire. Police said the incident occurred on August 28, 2026, at Akwutolo Awume village in Ohimini LGA. The complainant, Amina Iduh, was reportedly taken to a hospital for treatment after sustaining injuries and burns. Ujah was charged with alleged criminal trespass, intimidation, assault, grievous hurt and attempted culpable homicide. He pleaded not guilty, while the court adjourned the case until September 22, 2026, for further mention.
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