Ex-Benue Councillor Remanded for Assault and Arson

Daniel Ujah, a 43-year-old former councillor representing Awume-Icho Ward in Ohimini Local Government Area, has been remanded at the Otukpo Correctional Centre following allegations of assault and attempted culpable homicide. The Nigeria Police arraigned Ujah on charges including criminal trespass, intimidation, and causing grievous hurt.

The charges stem from a petition filed by Rebecca Adole, who reported that on August 28, 2026, Ujah trespassed into the compound of Adole’s mother, Amina Iduh, assaulted her, and pushed her into a fire, resulting in injuries. The First Information Report indicated that Ujah threatened to kill Amina Iduh, claiming no one could stop him.

During the court proceedings, Ujah pleaded not guilty, and his counsel, Rev. O. Simon, applied for bail, which was opposed by the prosecuting counsel, Inspector Nancy Alechenu.

The presiding magistrate, Hasia Garuba, ordered Ujah's remand and adjourned the case until September 22, 2026.